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S Korea seeks warrant for HYBE founder Bang

South Korean police have requested a detention warrant for HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk over alleged illegal stock trading linked to the company's IPO.

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South Korean police have requested a detention warrant for Bang Si-hyuk, the founder and chairman of K-pop powerhouse HYBE, over allegations of illegal stock trading. The charges are tied to the company's initial public offering. The move marks a significant legal escalation against one of the entertainment industry's most influential figures. Authorities are investigating the alleged market manipulation during HYBE's transition to a publicly traded company.
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