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Experts Warn: Super Bowl Tickets Prime for Scams

2/3/2026

Summary

Super Bowl Fraud Warning

Experts warn that the upcoming Super Bowl is a prime opportunity for ticket scams.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises fans to remain vigilant when purchasing tickets.
Consumers reported losses exceeding $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024.
The National Football League (NFL) promotes mobile ticketing as secure.
Recommendations include buying from official sources, checking site security, using credit cards, and reporting fraud to the BBB or Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

History

Historical Context

The Ticket Fraud Prevention Act, enacted in 2016, aimed to address rampant ticket scams that cost consumers over $12.5 billion in 2024. This legislation followed the 2015 Consumer Rights Act review and the 2016 BOTS Act, which targeted automated ticket scalping. As mobile ticketing rises, organizations like STAR and the Better Business Bureau emphasize consumer education to combat ongoing fraud risks, especially around major events like the Super Bowl.

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Super Bowl Fraud Warning

Experts warn that the upcoming Super Bowl is a prime opportunity for ticket scams.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises fans to remain vigilant when purchasing tickets.
Consumers reported losses exceeding $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024.
The National Football League (NFL) promotes mobile ticketing as secure.
Recommendations include buying from official sources, checking site security, using credit cards, and reporting fraud to the BBB or Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

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