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news.sky.comtechnology3 days ago
StubHub CEO Owns Stake in Fund Backing Ticket Scalpers
A CBC investigation found that StubHub CEO Eric Baker holds an ownership stake in a fund that finances bulk ticket resellers on the platform. The relationship was disclosed in the company's September 2025 SEC filing.
livemint.comworld4 days ago
StubHub CEO Discloses Side Fund That Sells Tickets on Platform
SEC filings show StubHub's chief executive also manages a fund that resells millions of dollars in tickets on the site. The company cancelled thousands of World Cup orders in 2025, prompting regulatory reviews and lawsuits.
bbc.co.uksports11 days ago
Fans sue StubHub over canceled World Cup ticket orders
Two California residents filed a proposed class-action lawsuit in New York federal court this week alleging StubHub failed to deliver tickets purchased for June group-stage matches. The suit seeks damages, a ban on StubHub selling World Cup tickets, and distribution of profits to…
The Guardianpolitics17 days ago
StubHub Cites FIFA App Issues After Notifying Some World Cup Fans Their Resale Tickets Were Invalid
The Guardian reported that numerous fans who purchased resold World Cup tickets on StubHub received notifications days or hours before events that the tickets did not exist. Advocates estimate thousands affected, with complaints centering on customer service and prior company pra…
deccanchronicle.comworld21 days ago
CMA Orders StubHub UK to Refund 50,000 Customers and Pay £900,000 Fine After Hidden-Fee Breach
The UK competition regulator directed StubHub UK to repay more than 50,000 customers an average of £10 each and imposed a £900,000 penalty. The action addresses mandatory fees added only at checkout for concert and sports tickets between April and December 2025.
finance.yahoo.comworld21 days ago
UK Regulator Fines StubHub UK 1.19 Million Dollars and Orders Refunds to Over 50,000 Customers
@Reuters reported that Britain's competition regulator fined StubHub UK 1.19 million dollars and ordered refunds to more than 50,000 customers. The penalties address illegal concealment of mandatory fees on tickets for gigs and sports events.
Fortunesports23 days ago
Fans Left Outside Atlanta Stadium as StubHub Tickets Fail to Transfer
Multiple buyers reported that tickets purchased on StubHub for the Spain versus Cape Verde match could not be transferred into FIFA’s app, forcing some to accept refunds or watch from nearby bars.
bbc.co.uksports25 days ago
Resale sites cancel World Cup and concert tickets hours before events
Hundreds of fans report last-minute cancellations from StubHub and SeatGeek for World Cup matches and concerts. Some buyers received refunds and replacement tickets after media inquiries, while others remain out of pocket for travel.
thelogicalindian.comsports25 days ago
Fans Report Ticket Transfer Failures at World Cup Matches
Multiple buyers say resale tickets purchased through StubHub and other platforms failed to transfer into FIFA's app ahead of matches in Atlanta and Dallas. FIFA directs fans to its official resale site, which adds a 30 percent surcharge.
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finance29 days ago
Steven Lowe Accepts Administrative Assistant Role After Layoffs from StubHub and Boxed
The 41-year-old Brooklyn resident took a restaurant host position at $22 an hour before accepting an administrative assistant role paying 60% to 70% less than his prior salary.
awfulannouncing.comsports36 days ago
Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals Game 3 Get-In Tickets Listed From $9,000 on StubHub
Resale prices for Monday’s NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden have climbed sharply after New York’s 2-0 series lead.
Nbc Newsworld60 days ago
FIFA Sells 5 Million 2026 World Cup Tickets as Resale Prices Decline
More than 90% of 2026 World Cup matches have seen declining resale prices on StubHub and SeatGeek as of May 14, 2026, with the average down 24% from a month ago. FIFA maintains strong sales and high interest while hotel bookings in host cities trail forecasts. The U.S. team's Jun…
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StubHub to Pay $10 Million in FTC Settlement Over 2025 Ticket Fee Disclosures
The Federal Trade Commission announced on April 9 that StubHub will pay $10 million to ticket purchasers for violating rules on unfair and deceptive fees. The settlement covers tickets bought between May 12 and 14, 2025, with refunds for mandatory fees. Consumers do not need to t…
londontheinside.comfinance94 days ago
Lorde Announces 2026 Ultrasound World Tour Dates and Ticket Availability
Lorde's Ultrasound World Tour includes dates in 2026 across North America, Mexico, and Europe, featuring arena shows and festivals. Several dates have sold out, with tickets available through resale platforms such as StubHub and Vivid Seats. Prices start at $74 on StubHub and $91…
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StubHub Agrees to Pay $10 Million to Settle FTC Allegations on Ticket Pricing Practices
StubHub has agreed to pay $10 million to resolve Federal Trade Commission allegations that it violated the FTC Act and the Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees. The agency claimed the company advertised ticket prices on its website without clearly disclosing the total cost, including…
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US Federal Trade Commission Sues StubHub for Alleged Failure to Display Full Ticket Prices
The US Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against StubHub Holdings on Thursday, accusing the company of not showing consumers the total cost of tickets. The suit claims this practice misled buyers about final prices. The case addresses transparency in online ticket sales.
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