The line between K-pop and technology has always been one that is often crossed, with mixed results depending on the circumstances.
One way that has usually been met with negative reactions is the use of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and other blockchain/crypto products due to the massive amount of energy they consume.
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Recently, it was announced that ARTMS would be collaborating with Abstract Chain, a blockchain app meant for use by, games, social apps, and NFTs with simple user experience than traditional block chains.
With the negative opinion on Cryptocurrency and the like, many fans reacted with negativity, stating that CEO Jaden Jeong was alienating fans to pursue his own “agenda.”
The resulting criticism towards Jaden Jeong, along with perceptions about those who are heavily involved in blockchain technology has resurfaced comments made about members of ARTMS while they were active under BlockBerry Creative.
In a video discussing the rollout of LOONA, Jeong commented that Odd Eye Circle had to have a “provocative” charm, saying that was the reason member Kim Lip was the first of OEC to release a solo. He added that the idol, who turned 18 a few months before her solo’s release, could “lure” people in with her dancing.
OEC’s Choerry was 16 at the time of the subunit’s debut, which made the comments feel highly inappropriate to many.
