QWER agencies, 3Y CORPORATION and Prismfilter Music Group have released an official statement regarding recent plagiarism allegations over the design of QWER’s newly launched official light stick.
The controversy began when fans on social media compared QWER’s megaphone-shaped light stick to a design previously used by boy group The Boyz, leading to heated online debates and claims of plagiarism.
On September 26, 3Y CORPORATION and Prismfilter Music Group firmly denied any wrongdoing, stating that the product is an original creation and poses no copyright issues. Legal experts, including lawyers and intellectual property specialists, were consulted, and the review confirmed that there were no problems of infringement or damage.
[Notice Regarding the Recent Allegations of Similarity Concerning the Official Light Stick]
"Hello,
This is 3Y CORPORATION and Prism Filter. We would like to clarify our position regarding the recent allegations of similarity raised about the official QWER light stick that was recently released. First, we want to state that the recently released official QWER light stick has no issues whatsoever in terms of design or copyright.
Regarding the light stick, we have consulted with legal experts and attorneys, and we have received confirmation that there are no issues whatsoever, including copyright infringement.
Nevertheless, during the course of good-faith discussions with the other party involved in this matter, we deeply regret that the other side abruptly chose to pursue legal action instead. We will take this as an opportunity to listen to diverse opinions, and we will continue to do our utmost so that our artists and fans can be shown in a brighter light.
We sincerely thank you for your continued support and love for QWER. Going forward, we will make every effort to safeguard the rights and interests of both the artists and the fans.
Thank you.
3Y CORPORATION & Prism Filter"
The agencies also clarified that no official complaints or legal warnings had been received from The Boyz's representatives or any external law firms. While emphasizing their preference for dialogue and resolution, 3Y CORPORATION and Prismfilter Music Group warned that they are prepared to pursue legal action against the spread of malicious rumors or defamation.
By issuing this statement, the companies aim to reassure fans, ease inter-fandom tensions, and reaffirm their commitment to protecting QWER’s creative integrity and fan community.
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