Purchasing tickets could be harder for tourists in Japan, after the country’s Minister of Digital Affairs Taro Kano asked the Cabinet’s Digital Agency to discuss the possibility of event-goers presenting their My Number Card, a government-issued ID card, when purchasing tickets and attempting to enter the venue. According to a report from newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun, …
SmartLedger launches NFT ticketing platform TicketMint
SmartLedger has launched a new NFT smart ticketing platform, TicketMint, which provides an on-chain digital multimedia collectible ticket and enables event creators and ticket issuers to guarantee authenticity of tickets, control prices and increase engagement. In October, TicketMint was tested for the first time at an educational luncheon and summit at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel …
Just For Laughs London reveals initial comedy acts
Organisers of comedy festival Just For Laughs London have revealed its first-ever line-up for the event, which will be held in March at The O2 (pictured). In collaboration with live entertainment company AEG Presents, Just For Laughs is set to take place across four days between March 2-5 at The O2. Tickets are due to …
Washington Commanders reach settlement over security deposit practices
The NFL’s Washington Commanders franchise has reached a settlement with Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh and the Consumer Protection Division, concerning its security deposit practices. Pro-Football Inc, which trades at the Washington Commanders, will also have to pay a $250,000 (£212,000/€244,000) civil penalty for collecting security deposits from season ticket-holders and other buyers of …
Sherman Theatre introduces cost-of-living initiatives
Sherman Theatre in Cardiff has introduced a number of initiatives to support audiences and those in the industry during the cost-of-living crisis. Schemes include ‘pay what you can’ previews and free workspaces for creatives to use. According to a report from The Stage, the theatre has started a scheme called ‘open house’ to encourage creatives …
Monumental Sports and Entertainment partners with TicketManager
Monumental Sports and Entertainment (MSE) has revealed that TicketManager will become its official corporate ticket management and corporate ticket re-sale enablement partner. MSE is the owner and operator of the National Hockey League (NHL)’s Washington Capitals, National Basketball Association (NBA)’s Washington Wizards and WNBA’s Washington Mystics. As part of the multi-year deal, TicketManager will provide …
Ticketpipe set to launch at World Trade Market London 2022
Ticketpipe, a trade-friendly ticket agency for West End shows, is set to launch at the upcoming World Trade Market London event. The company was created by travel industry veterans John Wales and Sean Sweeney, who were also part of the founder team behind Encore Tickets. Ticketpipe will work with travel agents, tour operators, group travel …
FEAT reaffirms focus on Europe-wide ban on ticket resale above face-value
The Face-value European Alliance for Ticketing (FEAT) has reaffirmed its dedication to campaign for a Europe-wide ban on ticket resale above face-value, at its recent general meeting. FEAT also revealed plans for an international consumer awareness initiative, aimed at educating fans on the risks of purchasing tickets from uncapped secondary ticketing platforms. The organisation, along …
Entertix to accept cryptocurrencies as payments
Romanian event and cinema ticketing platform Entertix is now accepting Dogecoin, XRP and other cryptocurrencies supported by Binance Pay as a form of payment. Binance founder, Cahngpeng Zhao, revealed the news on Twitter and said the move was “pushing” crypto adoption. Users can now purchase tickets for sporting matches and other events using certain …
Viagogo takes aim at World Rugby over ticket strategy
Viagogo has accused World Rugby of “anti-competitive” practices over the sale of Rugby World Cup 2023 tickets. The resale business, responding to criticism over the price of tickets being offered on its marketplace for next year’s tournament in France, said organisers were restricting access to fans in an attempt to control the market. World Rugby …