Scalpers purchase high-demand items—like concert tickets or gaming consoles—in bulk, then resell them at inflated prices. This practice exploits limited supply for profit, often using bots to bypass purchase limits. While scalpers benefit financially, buyers pay more, and event organizers or retailers face frustrated customers and reputational harm.
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