Ask HN: Why hasn't there been a real competitor to Ticketmaster yet?
A Hacker News discussion explores why Ticketmaster maintains a dominant monopoly in the ticketing industry despite widespread consumer dissatisfaction. Users argue that the company's vertical integration with venues and exclusive logistics contracts create a significant barrier to entry for competitors.
Why it matters
It highlights the challenges of disrupting entrenched monopolies in industries that combine software platforms with physical real estate assets.
Ask HN: Why hasn t there been a real competitor to Ticketmaster yet? | Hacker News
The content is a community discussion thread reflecting diverse user opinions on market dynamics without a singular editorial stance.
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