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SM Entertainment files criminal complaints against creators of illegal AI images of Lim Yoona.

According to Soompi, SM Entertainment filed criminal complaints on September 28 against those who create illegal AI-generated images of Lim Yoona and warned of strong legal action against malicious posts targeting aespa’s Winter. The agency says it identified additional cases of manipulated images and false information, and will continue to monitor and collect evidence to pursue action.

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SM Entertainment files criminal complaints against creators of illegal AI images of Lim Yoona.
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  1. 01SM Entertainment filed criminal complaints against creators of illegal AI-generated images of Lim Yoona and against spreading false information.
  2. 02The action follows identification of additional cases of manipulated images without YoonA’s consent.
  3. 03The agency will monitor posts across platforms and collect evidence via fans’ reports through KWANGYA 119.
  4. 04Platforms cited include X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, TheQoo, Instiz, DC Inside, Women’s Generation, and Nate Pann.

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