Overview
- INB100 said CBX accepted all of SM’s conditions after an Oct. 2 mediation and cleared their December schedules to join full-group activities.
- SM responded that settling disputes and group participation are separate, asserting the trio has not paid the 10% share of individual-activity revenue required by the June 18, 2023 agreement.
- SM said the trio filed an appeal on Oct. 16, disputing INB100’s claim of full acceptance, and emphasized the need for trust restoration before any return to group promotions.
- EXO will hold a fan meeting Dec. 13–14 at Incheon Inspire Arena and release an eighth full album in early 2026 with six members, excluding CBX for now.
- Courts, prosecutors, the KFTC and the MCST found no actionable wrongdoing by SM, with CBX losing multiple challenges and broad document requests being curtailed.