Antitrust trial reveals Live Nation’s 'retaliation' playbook for venues

During the DOJ’s six‑week antitrust trial against Live Nation‑Ticketmaster, witnesses described a climate of fear that venues could be punished for switching, including a SeatGeek‑backed idea of 'retaliation insurance'; though the government announced a settlement, several states plan to press ahead with claims, underscoring concerns that Live Nation’s dominance extends beyond ticketing to control major amphitheaters.