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The BBC reports that a website has advertised Halloween events across nine UK cities, although three named hosts say their listings are fake. A technology expert quoted by the BBC believes AI may have helped create the convincing-looking site; that remains an assessment, not a confirmed account of how it was made.
Why it mattersIf you are considering a ticket, check the venue’s own website or official social channels first. Anyone who has already paid and suspects a scam should contact their bank promptly about possible recovery options, Leicestershire Trading Standards advises.
Discuss: Should ticket platforms and payment providers do more to catch convincing fake event listings, or should buyers be expected to verify every event directly with its venue?
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