Prior to the FTC ruling, some states such as Maryland and Minnesota had alreadyadopted all-in pricing requirements.

Washington D.C. sued StubHub earlier this year over what it alleged to be deceptive ticketing practices.

Live Nation has denied the allegations.)

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The Federal Trade Commission announced a new rule Tuesday requiring ticket companies to share ticket prices up front rather than hiding fees until the end of a purchase.Paul Morigi/Getty Images