Celine Dion’s much-anticipated return to the concert stage in Paris has led to a surge in ticket scams, with fraudsters exploiting the high demand. The Plenitude Arena, hosting Dion for 26 shows, warns fans about fake tickets, especially during initial sales and just before concerts. To avoid scams, fans should purchase tickets only from authorized sites like AXS France, Ticketmaster France, and Fnac Spectacles. The arena’s marketing director, Céline Trioux, advises against buying tickets from individuals or social media due to authenticity concerns. Group-IB, a cybersecurity firm, has identified numerous fraudulent websites mimicking official ticketing platforms. Fans are urged to verify URLs carefully to avoid being scammed.
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One Tech Tip: How to avoid Celine Dion ticket scams as she makes her grand concert comeback
