The antitrust trial against Live Nation-Ticketmaster resumes Monday, with most states continuing their legal challenge despite settlements by the Justice Department and a few states. The case centers on allegations that the company holds a monopoly over the concert ticketing industry. The states have withdrawn their motion for a mistrial and are proceeding with new legal counsel.
Background
Live Nation and Ticketmaster merged in 2010, creating a dominant force in concert promotion, venue operation, and ticket sales. Critics have long accused the combined entity of anti-competitive practices that harm consumers and artists.
- Source
- The Verge
- Published
- Mar 14, 2026 at 06:08 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10