Nikolas Sargeant
As AI-powered bots increasingly disrupt online ticketing systems and limit access for genuine fans, 30 Seconds to Mars is teaming up with World to protect the live music experience through a new initiative called “Humans Only Tickets.”
In a press release shared with Cryptowisser, the team said the program launches alongside the band’s upcoming A Beautiful Lie vs. This Is War European tour, with select shows in the United Kingdom and Germany offering tickets exclusively reserved for verified humans using World ID.
Verified Fans Get Priority Access
Fans who verify their identity through World ID can access dedicated ticket allocations via Concert Kit, a tool designed to help artists ensure tickets go to real people rather than bots or resale networks. Tickets can be purchased at world.org/music or on the official 30 Seconds to Mars website.
The system was recently tested at a DJ Pee .Wee show in San Francisco, where nearly 1,000 verified fans secured tickets while over 100,000 automated requests were blocked.
Exclusive Rewards for Verified Buyers
Every verified World ID ticket purchase includes:
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One additional free “Humans Only Ticket” to bring another attendee
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Two exclusive 30 Seconds to Mars merchandise vouchers, redeemable at the venue
In addition, the first verified fan to register for each participating show will receive a “Closer to the Edge” VIP upgrade for themselves and a guest.
Participating Tour Dates
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April 12, 2027 — Munich, Germany
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April 18, 2027 — Berlin, Germany
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April 20, 2027 — Hanover, Germany
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April 28, 2027 — London, United Kingdom
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April 29, 2027 — Manchester, United Kingdom
While commenting on this latest development, Jared Leto stated that,
“Live music is about connection, energy, and shared experience. Fans wait years for these moments, and too often bots get there first. We wanted to work with World to protect the fan experience and give real people a fair chance.”
How Fans Can Claim Human-Only Tickets
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Download the World App and start verification
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Locate a nearby Orb and complete World ID verification
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Unlock and copy your unique access code
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Purchase a ticket via Ticketmaster and apply the code to claim the Humans Only Ticket
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Receive tickets and merch vouchers via email within a few days
Powered by World ID’s proof-of-human technology, Concert Kit integrates with existing ticketing platforms to reduce automated abuse and improve access for real fans.
The partnership reflects a broader shift in entertainment toward safeguarding live experiences as AI and automation continue to reshape digital interactions.
