The Global War on Ticket Touts: Brazil’s Sweeping Crackdown and the Rising Tide of Bot Attacks

Executive Overview The global ticketing ecosystem is facing an unprecedented crisis. As consumer demand for live music surges to historic post-pandemic heights, the infrastructure governing primary and secondary ticket sales is buckling under the weight of predatory commercial behavior. From the sprawling stadiums of South America to the historic music halls of London and the … Read more

The Global Live Music Reckoning: Antitrust Battles, DOJ Settlements, and a Worldwide Crackdown on Ticket Touting

Executive Overview The live entertainment ecosystem is experiencing a seismic regulatory and legal shift, highlighted by high-stakes antitrust battles in the United States and a coordinated international crackdown on exploitative secondary ticketing practices. At the epicenter of this industry-wide turbulence is Live Nation Entertainment and its subsidiary, Ticketmaster. Facing intense scrutiny from federal regulators, state … Read more

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