FIFA wanted Avalanche's blockchain to help curb World Cup ticket scalping. Here's how it's going
FIFA is testing a blockchain-based ticketing system using the Avalanche network to combat ticket scalping and fraud during the 2026 World Cup. The system uses digital entitlements to control secondary market activity.
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It serves as a high-profile real-world use case for blockchain technology in large-scale event management.
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The article explains the technology's intended function while acknowledging the complexity of the system.
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