Category: Tickets
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California Resale Cap Backed By Live Nation
Read more: California Resale Cap Backed By Live NationCalifornia Resale Cap Taking A Turn A live Nation-backed California bill aimed at capping concert ticket resale prices, but it could require more than what it says. AB 1720, it would prohibit concert tickets from being resold for more than the original ticket price, plus 10%, inclusive of fees. But the Assembly Appropriations Committee highlighted…
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Festival Season Isn’t Slowing Down; It’s Getting More Local
Read more: Festival Season Isn’t Slowing Down; It’s Getting More LocalFestival season in 2026 is shifting toward regional events and microfests. Explore emerging ticket resale trends, local demand patterns, and pricing opportunities for brokers.
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Live Nation Seeks to Pause Breakup Until DOJ Settlement Review
Read more: Live Nation Seeks to Pause Breakup Until DOJ Settlement ReviewLive Nation and Ticketmaster Going To Next Phase Both companies are now entering the next phase of their antitrust loss, one that could determine whether the states that beat them at trial get a fast track toward breaking them up or are instead pushed toward a narrower settlement as the endgame. The dispute centers on…
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The $2 Trillion Future of Live Events: What It Means for Ticket Brokers
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Read more: The $2 Trillion Future of Live Events: What It Means for Ticket BrokersThe Live Events Industry is Accelerating The live events industry isn’t just back, it’s scaling toward a new level entirely. Recent reporting points to a future where the global live experiences market could approach $2 trillion, driven by sustained demand across concerts, sports, festivals, and immersive entertainment. For ticket brokers, this isn’t just an industry…
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F1 Miami Grand Prix Sets 2026 Music Lineup
Read more: F1 Miami Grand Prix Sets 2026 Music LineupMiami Grand Prix is Around The Corner The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is happening from May 1st to 3rd in Miami Gardens. During the Grand Prix, the 2026 entertainment lineup has been set, featuring Zedd, Marshmello, Kane Brown, and others. The opening night, May 1st, is taking place at Hard Rock Beach Club and…
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Ontario Updated Ticket Resale Cap Language on Bill 94
Read more: Ontario Updated Ticket Resale Cap Language on Bill 94Could Fans be Affected The Most? Ontario proposed a crackdown on ticket resale pricing a week ago, but has since updated the language in Bill 94. Bill 94 bars anyone from selling a ticket on the secondary market, or facilitating a sale for an amount above the ticket’s face value, including fees and service charges.…
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Judge Pushes for Transparency in Live Nation Settlement as Scrutiny Intensifies
Read more: Judge Pushes for Transparency in Live Nation Settlement as Scrutiny IntensifiesThe proposed federal settlement between the Department of Justice and Live Nation is entering a new phase, one defined less by resolution and more by scrutiny. This week, Judge Arun Subramanian ordered all settling parties to publicly outline their roadmap for moving the agreement through Tunney Act review. A joint filing is due by March…
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Ontario Moving Forward to Ban Ticket Resale Above Face Value
Read more: Ontario Moving Forward to Ban Ticket Resale Above Face ValueBan of Ticket Resale is on The Rise in Ontario Ontario’s Premier, Doug Ford, is moving forward with plans to ban ticket resale above the original purchase price. This comes after years of debate over how best it is to eliminate scalping and soaring ticket prices. The Ticket Sales Act of 2017 will be amended…
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Rising Ticket Prices Are Driving More Fans Toward Ticket Protection
Read more: Rising Ticket Prices Are Driving More Fans Toward Ticket ProtectionLive event demand remains strong heading into 2026, but rising ticket prices are changing how fans approach their purchases. As ticket costs increase, more buyers are turning to ticket protection to safeguard their investment. A recent survey from Allianz Partners found that 87% of respondents plan to attend at least one live event in 2026,…
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DOJ and Live Nation Reaches Settlement in Antitrust Case
Read more: DOJ and Live Nation Reaches Settlement in Antitrust CaseThe Settlement The Department of Justice and Live Nation reached a settlement agreement in the antitrust case that involved multiple states, with other marketplaces (Seatgeek and StubHub) also involved. There will be 13 amphitheaters taken from Live Nation and Ticketmaster must offer venues the opportunity to strike a non-exclusive agreement with artists. Back in 2024,…
