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Taylor Swift and DOJ Take on Ticketmaster in Major Antitrust Case

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Source: The New York Times
Taylor Swift and DOJ Take on Ticketmaster in Major Antitrust Case
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The Justice Department has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, the owner of Ticketmaster, alleging that the company's merger has stifled competition, hindered innovation, and led to higher ticket prices. The case relies heavily on internal emails from Live Nation executives, including CEO Michael Rapino, to support its claims. Live Nation denies being a monopoly and argues that it faces more competition than ever.

Topics:entertainmentbusiness#antitrust#business#concert-industry#justice-department#live-nation#ticketmaster
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