90% of Viagogo tickets in NZ ‘sold by scalpers’
The New Zealand Commerce Commission alleges the resale site misled consumers by claiming to be an “official” seller of “guaranteed” tickets
News By James Hanley | 16 February 2023
“Scalpers” were responsible for 90% of tickets sold through Viagogo in New Zealand, a court has heard.
The NZ Commerce Commission has gone to Auckland’s High Court, seeking a declaration that Viagogo misled consumers by claiming to be an “official” seller of “guaranteed” tickets to events, including concerts.
Stuff reports it also wants the court to make an order requiring the Swiss-headquartered resale site to make clear to customers that it is not an official ticket seller.
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