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Getty Images is one of the world's largest suppliers of stock and editorial photography. It has also been in legal disputes with AI firms over the use of its images to train models.
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Getty Images said it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The filing is part of a restructuring deal under which the company will go private.
Why it matters: The restructuring of a major photo library highlights the strain on image licensing businesses as AI changes visual media.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe
Visual media company Getty Images said it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of a restructuring deal that will take it private.
Why it matters: The restructuring of one of the largest image libraries reflects pressure on traditional media businesses.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe