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Hackers target Aussie Taylor Swift fans for tickets

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As Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated concerts draw near, reports of ticket hacking have surfaced, leaving fans distressed and seeking solutions.

Ticketek, the primary ticket vendor for Swift’s Melbourne and Sydney shows, has acknowledged the breach and is taking measures to address the issue.

The situation unfolded after the sudden availability of last-minute tickets, notably obstructed view seats, for both Melbourne and Sydney performances.

Concerns escalated when ticket holders reported unauthorised access to their accounts and subsequent ticket sales without their knowledge.

Gaining access

Ticketek confirmed the security breach, attributing it to hackers gaining access through acquired external information.

The hackers, exploiting compromised accounts, sold tickets to unsuspecting buyers, posing as legitimate sellers.

This tactic, albeit fraudulent, has caused significant distress among Swift’s devoted fan base.

Efforts to rectify the situation include freezing affected accounts and transferring tickets to new ones upon verification of ownership.

However, concerns remain regarding the fate of unwitting buyers who purchased stolen tickets.

Password management

Ticketek emphasided the importance of proactive password management and encouraged affected customers to report incidents promptly to facilitate investigations.

Furthermore, social media platforms have become breeding grounds for scams, with hackers infiltrating accounts to dupe unsuspecting buyers.

Victoria Police issued warnings, urging vigilance and caution when purchasing tickets through unofficial channels.

Assisting fans

Despite these challenges, Ticketek remains committed to assisting genuine fans, deploying customer service pop-ups at concert venues and intensifying technology security measures.

They have also acted swiftly to shut down fraudulent resale platforms masquerading as their own.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reported substantial financial losses attributed to ticket scams, highlighting the urgency for preventive action.

Fans are advised to exercise caution, opting for authorized sellers and secure payment methods to mitigate risks

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing immediately

Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

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– Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, risking global tensions and retaliation from other nations.
– Proliferation concerns are rising as nuclear states modernise arsenals and the New START Treaty nears expiration.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, aiming to align with testing programs from other countries according to the conversation.Resuming explosive nuclear tests would likely trigger retaliatory responses from nuclear-armed nations like Russia and China, worsening the arms race and increasing global risks.

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The potential for worldwide radioactive fallout remains high, even for underground tests. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, signed by 187 states, prohibits such testing, yet the US remains a signatory without ratification, bound not to violate the treaty’s intent.

Nuclear weapon testing, once crucial for understanding weapon effects and military planning, has diminished. Since World War II, nuclear tests have largely focused on developing new designs. Significant environmental and health concerns led to a moratorium on atmospheric testing in the early 1960s and the Partial Test Ban Treaty in 1963.

Many countries, including the US, stopped explosive testing in the 1990s. Technological advancements allowed nations to develop nuclear weapons without the need for actual explosions.

Proliferation Risks

Nuclear proliferation continues, with all nine nuclear-armed states investing heavily in modernising their arsenals. This raises concerns about lowered thresholds for using such weapons.

Recent conflicts involving nuclear threats have escalated, and the number of nuclear weapons operationally available has begun to rise again. Russia has tested advanced nuclear weapons, while China is rapidly expanding its military capabilities.

The New START Treaty, which confines the nuclear capabilities of the US and Russia, is set to expire soon, with no successor treaty negotiations underway.

The Doomsday Clock has moved closer to midnight this year, highlighting the heightened dangers facing the world today.

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US–China trade talks are a handshake, not a deal

Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

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Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.


Presidents Trump and Xi extend their tariff truce in an informal meeting, with US cuts and Chinese promises on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX cautions this is unofficial and deeper issues between the two super powers remain.

#USChina #TradeTruce #Tariffs #GlobalMarkets #Soybeans #RareEarths #UnofficialDeal #TickerNews


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Markets cautious as rate cut hopes fade

Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.

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Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.


Central banks pull back on rate cut expectations as tech stocks wobble and inflation pressures persist. Markets adjust cautiously to the Fed’s new tone.

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