Ticketmaster.
American ticket sales and distribution company
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Dave Sunday is continuing litigation against Ticketmaster and suing to block a media merger involving Live Nation Entertainment.Some support1 report
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Ticketmaster, a functional unit of Live Nation, is facing competition while White House lawyers are involved in communications.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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H&M may contact the NCSC following a cyber incident, while a hacking group also targeted Jaguar Land Rover and Ticketmaster.Some support1 report
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A report details that the ticketing market is controlled by a few companies, holding 86% market share, alongside rising concert ticket prices.Some support1 report
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Several US states, including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Maine, have passed new laws to protect consumers from ticket gouging and price inflation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Jack Johnson sold tickets via Ticketmaster for a shared bill at Gorge Amphitheater, reflecting on his roots in Hawaii and studies at UC Santa Barbara.Some support1 report
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Erykah Badu has formed a partnership with Spotify Technology and Ticketmaster to offer exclusive performance streams and ticket sales.Some support1 report
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Live Nation Entertainment and Ticketmaster are supporting the Irish Music Month initiative.Some support1 report
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Ticketmaster and Live Nation dominate the live entertainment marketplace, affecting the industry in Iowa, with Brenna Bird addressing concerns about market control.Some support2 reports
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StubHub operates as a secondary market for ticket resale, while Ticketmaster manages the initial primary ticket sales queue.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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DOJ filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, while states seek to force the company to sell Ticketmaster. The White House is involved in settlement talks, and Michael Rapino discussed business with Donald Trump.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
Gone quiet
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Google Wallet has enhanced its features, specifically integrating passes from Ticketmaster, while navigating competition with Apple.Some support3 reports
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A festival featuring headline performances by bands was cancelled, with income pledged through the company, involving Ticketmaster, Ali Campbell, OBE, and Richard Ashcroft.Some support1 report
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An antitrust case was filed in New York targeting Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Citi Field, located in Queens, monitors weather patterns and uses Ticketmaster for processing refunds for purchases.Some support4 reports
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A performance involving Noah Kahan at Citi Field was canceled on July 18, 2026, due to severe weather conditions. Refunds are being handled.Some support1 report
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Lowe partnered with Live Nation and Ticketmaster to provide concert perks to its loyalty members.Some support1 report
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Trump spoke with Live Nation CEO about a potential settlement involving the company and its subsidiary Ticketmaster, with White House lawyers also involved.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump spoke to the CEO of Live Nation Entertainment before a settlement was reached.Some support2 reports
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Ticketmaster is facing competition from firms like Live Nation and SeatGeek, leading to discussions about potential antitrust lawsuits involving the President.Some support1 report
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An antitrust trial involving Ticketmaster, a Live Nation subsidiary, took place in New York, with Donald Trump speaking to the CEO before the settlement.Some support2 reports
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Corporate leaders, including those involved in the Ticketmaster subsidiary settlement, are facing pressure regarding AI investment and legislative hurdles like the housing bill.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A jury verdict was found in New York regarding a settlement involving Ticketmaster and Live Nation, with political figures including Donald Trump involved.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump discussed a lawsuit with Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation, which resulted in a settlement allowing new competitors to emerge.Some support1 report
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Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation, discussed an antitrust lawsuit settlement with its CEO.Well supported4 reports
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A jury in New York found Ticketmaster a monopoly, leading to corporate communications between Live Nation, the company's parent, and the White House regarding the matter.Some support1 report
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The Final Frontier Tour concluded in Hawaii, with ticket sales supporting recovery efforts.Some support3 reports
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Multiple artists, including Brett Adams and Mike Hall, performed in New Zealand, with Ticketmaster handling ticket sales.Some support1 report
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Harry Styles performed at a gig in Wembley, with Ticketmaster managing entry and fans traveling from Padstow.Well supported3 reports
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Royal Bank of Canada announces a partnership allowing Avion rewards members to redeem points through Ticketmaster.Some support1 report
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Luke Combs is touring in North York, and ticket sales for the tour are being handled through Ticketmaster.Some support1 report
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Strategic partnership between Ticketmaster and Ocesa is showing positive results in international markets, including Mexico, according to Michael Rapino.Some support1 report
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Ticketmaster announced a tour hiatus due to mandatory service requirements in South Korea.Some support1 report
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Ticketmaster is using Instagram for official announcements, a detail published in Guardian Australia.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Ticketmaster
Events traced to Ticketmaster, step by step, newest first- Ticketmaster may benefit from The Weeknd's nine million ticket salesTicketmaster could see strong revenue growth from The Weeknd's massive tour salesPossible
- Martinsville races could boost Ticketmaster's sales revenueTicketmaster may see increased revenue from high fan turnout at Martinsville SpeedwayLikely
- Macklemore's controversial tour may affect Ticketmaster salesPolitical controversy surrounding Macklemore's tour may impact ticket sales for the U.K. dates.Possible
- Ticketmaster may face logistical changes due to NASCAR race postponementTicketmaster may face logistical changes due to NASCAR race postponementLikely
- Ticketmaster processes refunds after Ed Sheeran concert cancellationsTicketmaster must process automatic refunds for cancelled Ed Sheeran concerts.Reported
Around Ticketmaster this week
News at the entities that move Ticketmaster most-
Live Nation Entertainment StructuralKennedy Center plans a partnership with Live Nation, which appoints Richard Grenell to its board, while Live Nation files with the SEC.Moves Ticketmaster
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NASCAR StructuralFrankie Muniz crashed near Daytona Beach during a NASCAR exhibition race that also featured Ford Racing drivers and Austin Cindric.Moves Ticketmaster
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Garth Brooks StructuralGarth Brooks purchased a radio station located in Nashville.Moves Ticketmaster
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Donald Trump OperationalDonald Trump appointed Lee Rudofsky, while Google reported a payment to Entergy for a data center setup in Arkansas, amid a judge considering disclosure limits.Moves Ticketmaster
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Massachusetts StructuralTrump commented on immigration policies in Massachusetts on May 28, 2026.Moves Ticketmaster
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Google OperationalGoogle, Amazon, and Emmanuel Macron discussed EU regulations, transparency, and driving French AI companies regarding the EU AI Act.Moves Ticketmaster
Connections
The 40 strongest of 69, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Live Nation Entertainment Structural
Live Nation Entertainment owns Ticketmaster, which functions as its subsidiary for ticketing services.
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NASCAR Structural
Ticketmaster provides the official sales and ticketing platform for NASCAR events.
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Barack Obama Operational
Ticketmaster is actively selling tickets for events associated with Barack Obama's tour.
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Google Operational
The two companies maintain an active functional partnership where Ticketmaster passes are integrated into the Google Wallet ecosystem.
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Shaboozey Transactional
Ticketmaster operates as the sales platform for Shaboozey's performances, facilitating the exchange of tickets.
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Instagram Structural
Ticketmaster utilizes Instagram as an official platform for announcements and as a channel for fan feedback.
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Garth Brooks Structural
Garth Brooks utilizes Ticketmaster for the sale and distribution of tickets for his events.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's administration intervened in and influenced the antitrust lawsuit settlement involving Ticketmaster.
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Companies House Structural
Companies House functions as the required corporate registry where Ticketmaster must file financial and operational data.
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Massachusetts Structural
Ticketmaster is subject to buyer protection laws and regulatory actions enforced by the State of Massachusetts.
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Citi Field Operational
Ticketmaster provides essential ticketing and financial processing services, including refunds, for events held at Citi Field.
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Mary J. Blige Operational
Mary J. Blige utilizes Ticketmaster as the primary platform for the sale and distribution of her tour tickets.
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Tim McGraw Transactional
Ticketmaster facilitated the sale of tickets for Tim McGraw's tour.
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Spotify Technology Operational
Ticketmaster and Spotify maintain a partnership for exclusive ticket sales and streaming content.
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SeatGeek Operational
Ticketmaster and SeatGeek are identified as active market competitors in the high-demand ticket sales industry.
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Royal Bank of Canada Structural
RBC enables the redemption of Avion points on the Ticketmaster platform.
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Snowflake Inc. Operational
The two companies are currently involved in civil litigation stemming from a shared data breach incident.
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Dave Sunday Operational
Dave Sunday is engaged in ongoing litigation against Ticketmaster.
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Harry Styles Transactional
Ticketmaster provides the necessary ticketing service for Harry Styles' tour.
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Mike Skinner Operational
Ticketmaster functions as the necessary platform through which Mike Skinner conducts his ticket sales.
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Lily Allen Transactional
Ticketmaster is contracted to manage the initial primary ticket sales queue for Lily Allen's engagements.
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Ed Sheeran Transactional
Ticketmaster functions as the ticketing platform through which refunds for Ed Sheeran's shows are processed.
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Chris Tomlin Operational
Ticketmaster functions as the ticketing platform used for Chris Tomlin's concerts.
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Luke Combs Structural
Luke Combs utilizes Ticketmaster as the platform to handle his ticket sales.
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Hawaii Operational
Ticketmaster facilitates sales that actively support local recovery efforts in Hawaii.
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Kanye West Operational
Kanye West utilizes Ticketmaster for the sales and distribution of tickets for his events.
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StubHub Operational
Ticketmaster and StubHub are active competitors operating within the high-volume ticket resale market.
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OpenAI Operational
OpenAI is demonstrated as a plugin example within ChatGPT, indicating a functional integration with Ticketmaster's domain.
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Vermont Structural
Vermont has enacted laws that govern and protect buyers, impacting the operations of Ticketmaster within the state.
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Goldman Sachs Mentioned together
Both companies are mentioned in reports concerning the market trend of rising concert ticket prices.
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Buffalo Mentioned together
Ticketmaster is noted for handling ticketing services in the market.
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Jack Johnson Transactional
The relationship is evidenced by the sale of tickets for events involving Jack Johnson through Ticketmaster outlets.
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Disney on Ice Structural
Ticketmaster serves as the primary sales and ticketing platform through which Disney on Ice makes its offerings available to the public.
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City of New York Shared context
Ticketmaster operates within the broader market context of major metropolitan areas like New York City.
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Johannesburg Shared context
Ticketmaster conducts commercial activities, such as selling event tickets, within the city of Johannesburg.
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North America Shared context
Ticketmaster operates as a business entity within the market context of North America.
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Brenna Bird Operational
Brenna Bird publicly addressed concerns regarding Ticketmaster's market control and operational practices.
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Charles Dickens Mentioned together
The entities are linked through a historical comparison of ticket gouging practices.
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Ariana Grande Structural
Ariana Grande utilizes Ticketmaster for official sales and ticketing infrastructure.
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Toronto Shared context
Ticketmaster operates as a ticket vendor within the geographic context of Toronto.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
4 events- Ticketmaster, StubHub, and AXS are all selling tickets for concerts taking place in Toronto.
- Live Nation is organizing Backstreet Boys shows in Toronto, while Ticketmaster faces ticket errors and relocation plans.
- H&M may contact the NCSC following a cyber incident, while a hacking group also targeted Jaguar Land Rover and Ticketmaster.
- A report details that the ticketing market is controlled by a few companies, holding 86% market share, alongside rising concert ticket prices.
September 2026
4 events- Several US states, including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Maine, have passed new laws to protect consumers from ticket gouging and price inflation.
- Jack Johnson sold tickets via Ticketmaster for a shared bill at Gorge Amphitheater, reflecting on his roots in Hawaii and studies at UC Santa Barbara.
- Erykah Badu has formed a partnership with Spotify Technology and Ticketmaster to offer exclusive performance streams and ticket sales.
- Live Nation Entertainment and Ticketmaster are supporting the Irish Music Month initiative.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- Google Wallet has enhanced its features, specifically integrating passes from Ticketmaster, while navigating competition with Apple.
- A festival featuring headline performances by bands was cancelled, with income pledged through the company, involving Ticketmaster, Ali Campbell, OBE, and Richard Ashcroft.
- Citi Field, located in Queens, monitors weather patterns and uses Ticketmaster for processing refunds for purchases.
- A performance involving Noah Kahan at Citi Field was canceled on July 18, 2026, due to severe weather conditions. Refunds are being handled.
June 2026
23 events- Ticketmaster, a functional unit of Live Nation, is facing competition while White House lawyers are involved in communications.
- Ticketmaster and Live Nation dominate the live entertainment marketplace, affecting the industry in Iowa, with Brenna Bird addressing concerns about market control.
- StubHub operates as a secondary market for ticket resale, while Ticketmaster manages the initial primary ticket sales queue.
- DOJ filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, while states seek to force the company to sell Ticketmaster. The White House is involved in settlement talks, and Michael Rapino discussed business with Donald Trump.
- An antitrust case was filed in New York targeting Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
- Lowe partnered with Live Nation and Ticketmaster to provide concert perks to its loyalty members.
- Trump spoke with Live Nation CEO about a potential settlement involving the company and its subsidiary Ticketmaster, with White House lawyers also involved.
- Donald Trump spoke to the CEO of Live Nation Entertainment before a settlement was reached.
- Ticketmaster is facing competition from firms like Live Nation and SeatGeek, leading to discussions about potential antitrust lawsuits involving the President.
- An antitrust trial involving Ticketmaster, a Live Nation subsidiary, took place in New York, with Donald Trump speaking to the CEO before the settlement.
- Corporate leaders, including those involved in the Ticketmaster subsidiary settlement, are facing pressure regarding AI investment and legislative hurdles like the housing bill.
- A jury verdict was found in New York regarding a settlement involving Ticketmaster and Live Nation, with political figures including Donald Trump involved.
- Donald Trump discussed a lawsuit with Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation, which resulted in a settlement allowing new competitors to emerge.
- Ticketmaster, a subsidiary of Live Nation, discussed an antitrust lawsuit settlement with its CEO.
- A jury in New York found Ticketmaster a monopoly, leading to corporate communications between Live Nation, the company's parent, and the White House regarding the matter.
- The Final Frontier Tour concluded in Hawaii, with ticket sales supporting recovery efforts.
- Multiple artists, including Brett Adams and Mike Hall, performed in New Zealand, with Ticketmaster handling ticket sales.
- Harry Styles performed at a gig in Wembley, with Ticketmaster managing entry and fans traveling from Padstow.
- Royal Bank of Canada announces a partnership allowing Avion rewards members to redeem points through Ticketmaster.
- Luke Combs is touring in North York, and ticket sales for the tour are being handled through Ticketmaster.
- Strategic partnership between Ticketmaster and Ocesa is showing positive results in international markets, including Mexico, according to Michael Rapino.
- Ticketmaster announced a tour hiatus due to mandatory service requirements in South Korea.
- Ticketmaster is using Instagram for official announcements, a detail published in Guardian Australia.