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Getty Images Holdings, Inc. reports developments for a global visual content creator and marketplace built around the Getty Images, iStock and Unsplash brands, websites and APIs. Company news commonly covers operating results, subscription and licensing activity, editorial and creative content, and official photography assignments for sports, entertainment and cultural events.
Recurring updates also address rights-cleared imagery and video distribution, content-creator programs, partner relationships, event coverage, archive-based content, NYSE listing compliance, and other corporate matters affecting its Class A common stock.
On May 9, 2022, five Getty Images photographers won prestigious awards at the 2022 Pulitzer Prize competition, particularly in the Breaking News Photography category. The awardees—Win McNamee, Drew Angerer, Spencer Platt, Samuel Corum, and Jon Cherry—were recognized for their impactful coverage of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. Getty Images VP, Pancho Bernasconi, praised the team’s dedication and skill, emphasizing the significance of their imagery in documenting critical events.
Getty Images has been named the Official Photographer of The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Benefit, known as The Met Gala, for the fourth consecutive year. The event, taking place on May 2, gathers top talents from various industries, including fashion and entertainment. Getty’s photographers will capture the event’s highlights, providing exclusive imagery available for license on gettyimages.com. This year’s gala will celebrate the opening of In America: An Anthology of Fashion, emphasizing the contributions of unsung heroes in American design.
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Getty Images has launched an Enhanced Model Release form, addressing data privacy and security advancements within the realms of AI and ML. Developed with the Digital Media Licensing Association, this new form clarifies how biometric and personal data from models can be ethically managed. Amid growing legal concerns over biometric data usage without consent, Getty aims to protect the rights of content creators and models alike. The Enhanced Model Release maintains simplicity while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, thus future-proofing the industry.
Getty Images announced a virtual analyst day on March 17, 2022, starting at 8:00 a.m. ET. The event will be available via webcast on the investor relations website.
The company is in the process of a business combination with CC Neuberger Principal Holdings II, expected to culminate in Getty Images becoming publicly traded under the symbol GETY. This transaction has received approval from both boards and is awaiting shareholder consent from CC Neuberger.
iStock released new research indicating that 66% of women globally face body bias, primarily due to body shape and size. The study revealed that common reasons include being considered too heavy (46%) or too curvy (21%). However, there is a positive shift; the report notes a 7% decrease in reported body bias from 2020 to 2021. Dr. Rebecca Swift emphasized the importance of diverse representation in visual storytelling to improve consumer engagement. Key recommendations for businesses include representing larger body types authentically, promoting body positivity, and including women from all backgrounds.
Getty Images announced its upcoming presentation at the JMP Securities Technology Conference in San Francisco on March 7, 2022, at 9:30 AM PT. The event will include 1x1 investor meetings and will be available via a live webcast on the company's investor relations website. Concurrently, Getty is advancing its merger with CC Neuberger Principal Holdings II, expected to result in a publicly traded parent company under the ticker symbol GETY. This transaction has been unanimously approved by both boards, pending shareholder approval.
Getty Images launched the “Move the world” campaign on NBA TV, uniting its brands—Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash. This campaign, running from February 14 to September 30, showcases two hero videos, “Look” and “Connection”, designed to inspire creativity and enhance communications for businesses. With over 1 billion views daily, Getty Images targets diverse clients, from entrepreneurs to global enterprises, emphasizing the importance of visuals in a digital world.
Getty Images and Agence France-Presse (AFP) have renewed their multi-year video partnership, enhancing global video coverage for creators. This collaboration, established in 2009, combines AFP's extensive network of video journalists with Getty's distribution capabilities. AFP operates from 260 locations worldwide, recognized for high editorial quality, while Getty serves over 1 million customers with unmatched content breadth. The partnership aims to meet the increasing demand for video as a primary information source, with Getty maintaining around 18.5 million video assets.
iStock, a global visual content leader, announced its inaugural Inclusion Grant to support underrepresented creators from the U.S., UK, LATAM, and Australia. The grant provides four recipients with $5,000 and mentorship to elevate their storytelling through photography and videography. The four winners are Malaika Muindi (U.S.), Mathushaa Sagthidas (UK), Natalia Ortiz Mantilla (LATAM), and Marley Morgan (Australia), each with a distinct focus on community representation. This initiative aligns with iStock's commitment to diversity and creative support.