K-pop leaders, including Bang Si-hyuk of HYBE, have made it onto the U.S. 'Billboard Power 100' list.

On the 1st, Billboard revealed the '2024 Billboard Power 100' list on its official website, recognizing individuals who have influenced the global music industry.

Bang Si-hyuk, the chairman of HYBE, ranked 18th in the 'Leaderboard' category, marking his inclusion in the list for the fourth time, having been included in 2020, 2022, 2023, and this year. In the 'Multisector' category, he secured the 2nd position.

The achievements of artists under his agency were also highlighted, such as BTS's Jungkook topping the Billboard 'Hot 100' ('Seven') and Seventeen ranking 2nd on the 'Billboard 200' ('FML,' 'Seventeen's Heaven').

Scooter Braun, CEO of HYBE America, also secured a spot in the joint ranking, marking his 10th selection. His contributions to establishing HYBE in the global music market were acknowledged.

Jang Yoon-joong, the co-CEO nominee of Kakao Entertainment, ranked 17th in the 'Multisector' category, recognized for his efforts in advancing music business, particularly in North America.

In addition to them, pop singer Taylor Swift, Lucian Grainge, CEO of Universal Music Group (UMG), Rob Stringer, President of Sony Music Group, and others were selected in 15 different categories.

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<Translated by=Gawon Park(Dispatch)>