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New Zealand ticketing agency quits due to AI threats

UnderTheRadar, a New Zealand ticketing agency, is ceasing operations after 18 years due to escalating threats from artificial intelligence. The company, known for its local music journalism, will continue that aspect of its business. This decision is seen as a benefit to larger, international ticketing companies. AI

IMPACT AI's increasing capabilities are forcing established businesses to re-evaluate their operations and potentially cease services.

RANK_REASON A company is ceasing operations due to AI, which falls under the 'tool' category as it relates to the impact of AI on existing services.

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New Zealand ticketing agency quits due to AI threats

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    After 18 years New Zealand agency UnderTheRadar will stop offering ticketing services because of the continuing and growing threats posed by AI. UTR has a lot o

    After 18 years New Zealand agency UnderTheRadar will stop offering ticketing services because of the continuing and growing threats posed by AI. UTR has a lot of credibility because of their excellent local music journalism, which will fortunately continue. This is a win for the …