On June 30, a public hearing titled “Fair Compensation: The Only Hope to Protect K-Creators” was held at the National Assembly, co-hosted by lawmakers, copyright scholars, and the Creative Alliance, including KTRWA. The event addressed growing concerns over the lack of fair compensation for creators in the Korean broadcasting industry, particularly under current copyright laws and unfair buy-out practices by global OTT platforms.

Participants called for a revision of the Copyright Act, specifically targeting the clause that presumes creators automatically transfer rights to producers. The proposed amendment includes non-waivable direct remuneration rights for creators and legal obligations for producers to ensure transparency and fair compensation—even when dealing with foreign streaming platforms.

Director Kang Yoon-sung, alongside legal and policy experts, criticized the current structure that deprives creators of their rights even when their work achieves global success. Government officials and international organizations such as CISAC and SAG-AFTRA expressed support for the legislative effort, recognizing the issue as a growing global concern.

The event emphasized the urgent need to create a sustainable ecosystem where K-content creators are fairly rewarded for their contributions and can retain a rightful share in the value they help generate.