- Professor Seo Kyoung-duk and ARMY shared findings pointing to Temu ads for ‘SWIM’ CD copies.
- The listings appear to be for counterfeit/unauthorized copies rather than official Weverse Shop distributions.
- Reports say Temu displayed targeted ads for the illegal copies, increasing visibility to international buyers.
- Genuine ‘SWIM’ CDs are sold through official retailers (Weverse Shop); counterfeit purchases may lack authenticity and collectible value.
- Fans buying unofficial copies may unintentionally support IP infringement and scammers.
- Counterfeits can impact chart eligibility, resale markets, and artists’ revenue streams.
- Professor Seo and commentators urged immediate removal from the platform and stronger enforcement against illegal listings.
- Observers recommend purchasing only through official channels (Weverse Shop/authorized retailers) until issues are resolved.
- No official statement from HYBE/BIGHIT or Temu was cited in the article as of publication.
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