Getty Images

Getty Images is an American stock photo agency that provides a wide range of visual content including images, videos, and music for commercial use. The platform serves as a significant resource for editorial, creative, and marketing projects, allowing users to find the right visuals to convey their stories or brand messages.

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-36.49

0.02% May 31

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Getty Images Hires Lobbyists for AI Copyright Battles

Getty Images retained federal lobbyists last July to influence policy debates over AI copyright law, marking its first use of such political strategy since 2010. The move comes amid ongoing legal and regulatory challenges related to AI training using Getty's content.

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2024

Getty Images Hires Lobbyists for AI Copyright Battles
-36.49

Getty Images retained federal lobbyists last July to influence policy debates over AI copyright law, marking its first use of such political strategy since 2010. The move comes amid ongoing legal and regulatory challenges related to AI training using Getty's content.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

May 29

By hiring former lobbyists and a civil rights attorney to shape the debate on AI copyright, Getty Images is engaging in political lobbying that prioritizes corporate interests over transparent public accountability. Such actions bolster corporate influence in legislative processes, potentially undermining broader democratic oversight.

Getty lobbies up for AI copyright battles