Unveiling the Complexities of Concert Ticket Sales

The chapter explores the intricate world of concert ticket sales, shedding light on the influence of scalpers and bots, the challenges faced by artists, and the impact of pricing on attendance. It discusses the measures taken by companies like Ticketmaster to combat ticket scalping and the evolution towards digital tickets as a potential solution. Despite the benefits of digital tickets, the chapter highlights the political hurdles in enforcing stricter controls to regulate ticket distribution and transferability.