Our weekly tech round-up from the world of ticketing and associated industries… Bayern centralises payments Bayern Munich has appointed Adyen, the financial technology platform, as its exclusive payment solution partner to handle the club’s payment processing across all sales channels. Adyen’s payment services will be used across all functions at FC Bayern Munich including the …
French events in doubt due to Paris 2024 security requirements
France’s live events sector is set to be put on hold in the summer of 2024 as police and security resources are directed towards the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Government Minister Gérald Darmanin told public radio station France Inter that as many as 45,000 police officers would be required to keep Paris safe for up …
Qatar bans overseas visitors without World Cup tickets
Only ticket-holders will be allowed to visit Qatar during this year’s FIFA World Cup as organisers seek to avoid security and accommodation provision challenges. Those wishing to enter the country during November and December will need a Hayya card, the FIFA ID that is offered to those that have secured tickets for the 64 Qatar …
Parliamentary group for events gives its backing to ‘Martyn’s Law’ legislation
The UK’s All Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) has given its backing to the introduction of the so-called ‘Martyn’s Law’ which would legally force venues to provide protective security at events. In outlining its plans at its annual general meeting, the APPG said it will support the progress of the Protect Duty legislation, which …
NFL, MLS teams enhance entry times through touchless security
Attendees to some NFL and MLS games will now have a shorter waiting time thanks to newly implemented security screening technology. Nissan Stadium, which is home to the Tennessee Titans, has reduced its security queues after utilising technology from Evolv Technology, which specialises in weapons detection through security screenings for venues and other companies. Evolv …