Ticketmaster Under Fire for Misleading Oasis Fans

The UK's competition watchdog alleges that Ticketmaster misled Oasis fans by not providing clear information about dynamic ticket pricing. Ticketmaster's practices are under investigation after concertgoers struggled with inflated prices during Oasis's reunion shows, leading to calls for improved transparency in ticket labeling and customer communication.

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns over Ticketmaster's ticket-selling practices for British band Oasis's reunion shows.

Oasis fans reported spending hours in virtual queues only to face sharply increased ticket prices due to a dynamic pricing scheme, prompting the CMA's investigation.

Interim Senior Director Hayley Fletcher emphasized the need for Ticketmaster to better label its tickets and fully inform customers about potential pricing changes to ensure fair purchasing processes.

(With inputs from agencies.)