BLACKPINK becomes first artist worldwide to surpass 100 million YouTube subscribers

[Financial News] The girl group BLACKPINK has become the first official artist channel in YouTube history to reach 100 million subscribers.
On the 21st, YouTube announced that it had presented BLACKPINK with a specially created "Red Diamond Creator Award."
Lyor Cohen, Global Head of Music at Google and YouTube, said, "This proves just how deep the bond is between BLACKPINK and their fans, and how unparalleled their impact is on the global stage," adding, "It is not only a milestone for K-pop, but also a perfect example of how artists can use YouTube as a platform to build a borderless mega-fandom."
kaya@fnnews.com Choi Hye-rim Reporter