Ticketmaster Scalper Bots Did Not Contravene Competition Act
In response to an expose into scalper bots, the Competition Bureau investigated whether scalper bots contravened the deceptive marketing practices, restrictive trade practices, and conspiracy provisions of the Competition Act. Scalper bots are software programs designed to purchase a large amount of tickets for sporting or entertainment events when they first become available for sale. When the tickets are gone, a perceived scarcity ensues, which may lead consumers to pay increased prices to ticket resellers. The Competition Bureau concluded that scalper bots did not contravene the Competition Act and closed its investigation. It indicated that consumer protection and unfair business practices are ... [more] Full article
Influencer Marketing and Competition Law in Canada: The Basics
The world of marketing and advertising has evolved – last year, U.S. companies spent an estimated $13.5 billion on social media marketing alone.1 How are lawmakers and enforcement agencies responding to ... [more] Full article
Leon’s and The Brick Donate $750,000 in Furniture to Settle Buy Now, Pay Later Complaints
Canadian furniture retailers, Leon’s and The Brick, have agreed to donate $750,000 in furniture to charities to settle concerns raised by Canada’ Competition Bureau about their advertising of buy now, pay ... [more] Full article
Ticketmaster Prices Are Misleading: Competition Bureau (if you can get tickets)
Following a warning in 2017 to ticket vendors that they should ensure advertised prices were accurate, Canada’s Competition Bureau sued Ticketmaster and its parent, LiveNation. The Bureau alleges that Ticketmaster ... [more] Full article
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