SM Entertainment is taking legal action against online harassment targeting its artists, following the revelation of commenters' identities and the departure of Winwin from NCT. Meanwhile, the company has launched a Beijing joint venture with Tencent Music, led by Zhoumi, and confirmed contract renewals for NCT Dream and NCT 127, while Yuri of Girls' Generation leaves after 19 years. Other developments include Red Velvet's Yeri discussing her past accident, the launch of SMTOWN RUN CLUB 26, and upcoming global tours by Kakao Entertainment and SM artists.