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UPDATED: Ticketing company Lyte shut down suddenly late last week. Now Lyte is seeking a buyer as polarizing founder Ant Taylor, former employees, and affected promoters and fans offer a clearer picture of the closer despite $53 million in funding.
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Ticketing company Lyte shut down suddenly late last week. Now Lyte seeks a buyer as founder Ant Taylor, former employees, and affected promoters and fans are offering a clearer picture of the closer despite $53 million in funding.
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