South by Southwest is cutting ties with the US Army and weapons makers after sponsorships fueled outrage at this year's festival

• South by Southwest will cut US Army and arms manufacturer sponsors for its 2025 festival.
• The decision follows over 80 artists pulling out in opposition to Army sponsorship this year.
• Artists cited anti-war sentiment as a reason for withdrawal.

South by Southwest plans to cut US Army and weapon manufacturer sponsors for its 2025 festival after dozens of artists pulled out this year.

"After careful consideration, we are revising our sponsorship model," the organization said in a statement on its website. "As a result, the US Army, and companies who engage in weapons manufacturing, will not be sponsors of SXSW 2025."