Transforming event ticketing at the HK7s 2022 with Tixserve

[ad_1] The all-new Tixserve-powered HKRU Ticketing app was rolled out at the flagship HSBC HK7s this November bringing enhanced ticket security, engagement and efficiency for both the event organisers and spectators. Context  The flagship Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens tournament – globally recognised as the premier tournament of HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series – took …

Tech Stack: Digital ticket stubs and more…

[ad_1] Our weekly tech round-up from the world of ticketing and associated industries… Digital ticket stubs Digital sports collectibles platform ClubStubs, in partnership with technology studio Appetite Creative, has reportedly produced commemorative NFT (non-fungible token) ticket stubs. These ticket stubs will be available to American football fans across more than 100 live games during the …

Northumberland Zoo utilises N-gage tech to boost visitor experience

[ad_1] Northumberland Zoo in the UK has partnered with County Durham-based N-gage to implement the company’s audience engagement platform and attraction management software.  The partnership with the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) developers and audience engagement specialists aims to creative an improved visitor experience. The technology will also help the zoo and aquarium sector to create strategies surrounding …

People on the move: AEG Presents, Ticketmaster Sport and more…

[ad_1] We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries… Music and live entertainment company AEG Presents has appointed Georgie Donnelly as its first head of comedy.  Donnelly’s appointment is part of AEG Presents’ plan to expand beyond music, placing an emphasis on the growth of live comedy. In her new …

Live Nation donates over two million tickets to Vet Tix

[ad_1] Live Nation has donated over two million tickets to the military community through its partnership with the Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix).  The partnership started in 2014 and Live Nation has continued to donate tickets to the military community. Live Nation and Ticketmaster have donated tickets to performances in country, pop, rock, hip-hop and …

Carriageworks unveils 2023 programme – TheTicketingBusiness News

[ad_1] Australian contemporary multi-arts organisation Carriageworks has unveiled its programme for 2023.  There will be world premiere performance works, large-scale exhibitions and a strong focus on First Nations artists and perspectives. The 2023 Artistic Programme will include contemporary art, dance, performance, music, opera, food and major events. Blair French, Carriageworks chief executive, told AussieTheatre.com: “Carriageworks …

Social House Entertainment partners with TicketSmarter

[ad_1] Production company Social House Entertainment has announced a partnership with ticketing platform TicketSmarter.  As an official ticket partner, TicketSmarter will sell tickets for numerous Social House Entertainment events including the Tacos and Tequila Festivals in Kansas City and Fort Worth, Texas. TicketSmarter will provide festival-goers with a way to purchase tickets, safely and securely, …

Qatari authorities arrest FIFA World Cup ticket touts

[ad_1] Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has revealed that its security authorities arrested three people for the unauthorised reselling of tickets to the upcoming FIFA World Cup.  Three men of different nationalities were detained outside of official ticketing centres in Doha. The Ministry added that anyone who is found to violate the rules around reselling tickets …

Tickets go on sale for Dubai Esports Festival grand finals

[ad_1] Following the launch of the inaugural Dubai Esports Festival (DEF 2022) earlier this month, tickets are now on sale for the festival’s main attraction, the first PUBG Global Championship 2022 Grand Finals.  The Finals will take place in Dubai from November 17-20 at the North Hall of Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City. DEF 2022 …