KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 -- As consumers continue to grapple with purchasing live event tickets on the secondary market at highly inflated prices, the enactment of anti-scalping legislation in Malaysia is much needed now more than ever.

In April, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching disclosed that concerts have played a key role in reviving Malaysia's economy post-pandemic, from ticket sales and accommodation to tourism and international arrivals.

In 2024, a total of 408 concerts were held in Malaysia, an increase of 73 from the previous year; and almost quadrupled from 2022.

The unparalleled growth in the live event industry in recent years has also exacerbated the issue of ticket scalping in the secondary market , depriving fans ...