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CEPIC represents image libraries and agencies worldwide, supporting thousands of photographers. We champion direct licensing of visual content and promote innovation in digital platforms, helping members adapt to evolving tech and protect creators' rights.
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AFP and Getty Images have renewed their long-term partnership, continuing to deliver trusted, high-quality visual journalism to newsrooms worldwide. A strong signal of the growing importance of authenticity and verification.

For more industry news visit our website 👉 www.cepic.org/resources/news
January 20, 2026 at 6:36 AM
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CEPIC will host an invitation-only legal webinar on the Robert Kneschke v LAION appeal on Thursday, 29 January at 5 PM (CET). A critical update on AI training, copyright, TDM exceptions, and what this case could mean for future AI litigation in Europe.

🎟 www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-and-cop...
January 20, 2026 at 5:46 AM
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A new European Parliament (JURI) study examines how copyright policy should respond to AI training, focusing on incentives for future creation, consumer welfare, and sustainable AI development.

Read the full piece written by Marisol Muñiz on our website: www.cepic.org/resources/news
January 13, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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plainpicture will join the Image Professionals portfolio from January 2026, improving its reach while remaining an independent brand. The move brings together two respected players in the visual content space, reinforcing long-term support for photographers across international markets.
January 9, 2026 at 8:27 AM
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Europe’s digital rules are about transparency, competition, and accountability, not censorship. The EU argues that regulating platform infrastructure protects democracy, limits market dominance, and ensures tech serves people rather than unchecked corporate power.

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January 9, 2026 at 7:29 AM
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We’re excited to welcome CyberMirage to CEPIC! 🎉

Their innovative tech helps protect online images & documents from copying, downloads & screenshots—without hurting visual quality.

Learn more 👉 cybermirage.tech
October 17, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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📣 Exciting news from CEPIC!
Our new Board for 2025–2027 has officially been elected 🎉

Led by President Gilles Devicq, Vice President Philippe François, and Treasurer Sergi Griño.

Meet all our board members and read the full announcement on our website:
👉 www.cepic.org/resources/news
October 14, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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✨Big news: CEPIC 2026 is heading to Valencia, Spain!
🗓 6–8 May 2026 | Theme: AI Challenge as an Opportunity 🚀
🎉 Annual Industry Party: Fri 8 May
More details coming soon... 👉 www.cepic.org

#CEPIC2026 #Valencia #AIChallenge
September 30, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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NTB acquires Live Center from Norkon, gaining a global live-blogging platform and customers in 20+ countries.
This move expands NTB’s international media tech presence while Norkon focuses on financial technology.

#NTB #LiveCenter #MediaTech #Acquisition #GlobalNews
September 11, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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EPA Images appoints Sebastián Fest as Sport Business Consultant to boost global sports strategy and partnerships.

#SportsMedia #SportsBusiness #GlobalSports #Photojournalism #EPAImages
September 10, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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🚨 Webinar: Protect your work from AI 🚨
Learn the new IPTC Opt-Out Guidelines with Brendan Quinn.

📅 11 Sept, 14:00 CET
⏳ Register by 12:00 CET on 11 Sept!
🎟 Free for members

👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/understand...
Understanding IPTC Guidelines to Opt-Out of AI – with Brendan Quinn
Learn how to protect your work from AI training datasets with IPTC’s new Opt-Out Guidelines, presented by Brendan Quinn.
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September 9, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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BAPLA FOCUS 2025: Full Programme Live + Keynote Announced!
Isabelle Doran (CEO, AOP) leads with Copyright, Control & the Creator’s Voice in the Age of AI. Celebrate BAPLA’s 50th at the Churchill War Rooms.
🎟 Tickets & programme: www.bapla.org.uk/events/bapla...

#BAPLAFocus2025 #PhotographyIndustry
August 22, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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CEPIC raises concerns over the EU’s AI Act implementation, criticising the Code of Practice, Guidelines, and Transparency Template for failing to protect intellectual property rights.

Read the full statement: www.cepic.org/resources/news

#AIAct #Copyright #GenerativeAI #CEPIC #Transparency
August 4, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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Welcome Aspasia, a leading law firm from France, to the CEPIC family! 🎉 With expertise in business law and tailored legal solutions, they’re a great addition to our network. Explore more about Aspasia and our full members directory: www.cepic.org/members/memb...

#CEPIC #NewMember #LegalExperts
July 16, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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In celebration of ANSA’s 80th anniversary, EPA Images supported an exhibition at the European Parliament showcasing decades of powerful photojournalism. From the Treaties of Rome to AI, the “ANSA80” exhibition highlights key moments in history. #EPAImages #ANSA80 #Photojournalism #VisualStorytelling
July 10, 2025 at 2:49 AM
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Exciting news from CEPIC member EPA Images! Giovanna Castañeda has been appointed as their new Marketing & Communication Manager, bringing over a decade of international experience to strengthen the brand and support photojournalism.

#CEPICNews #CEPIC #EPAImages #Marketing #Photojournalism
July 2, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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Over 800 cultural professionals from 40 countries are urging the EU to maintain Creative Europe as a standalone programme with a budget increase to 2% of total EU spending.

Sign the petition to show your support! cultureactioneurope.org/projects/cul...

#CreativeEurope #SupportTheArts #EUbudget
June 30, 2025 at 6:21 AM
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We were honoured to attend the 25th anniversary of Initiative Urheberrecht in Berlin — a celebration of 25 years of advocacy for authors’ and performers’ rights under the banner Culture. Freedom. Europe.

Thanks for including CEPIC in this important evening at Akademie der Künste.
June 24, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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CEPIC is part of the Creative Rights in AI Coalition. This week, we issued a statement: “The [UK] Government must now listen and adopt these modest amendments—designed to give the creative industries a degree of transparency over how their own work is used—when the Bill returns to the Commons.”
June 23, 2025 at 7:23 AM
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CEPIC member, Dreamstime, launches the Zero Gravity Plan – unlimited stock photo downloads for $39.99/month, with rotating content & fair rewards for contributors.

A creative win-win for users and photographers.

🔗 dreamstime.com

#StockPhotos #Dreamstime #VisualContentMatters #CEPICNews
June 19, 2025 at 5:15 AM
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CEPIC members are invited to join a special webinar hosted by DMLA on June 18 featuring Miriam Lord of the US Copyright Office. Get the latest updates on copyright, AI, and content protection from a top expert in the field.

Register via our website: www.cepic.org/resources/news

#Copyright #DMLA
June 6, 2025 at 4:28 AM
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Big congrats to the 2024 #EPAAwards winners! From powerful photography to behind-the-scenes dedication, EPA Images celebrates the incredible talent & teamwork across its global network.

Visit our website to read more: www.cepic.org/resources/news

#Photojournalism #EPAImages #PhotographyNews
June 4, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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CEPIC will take part in this year’s Parlement de la Photographie in Paris 🇫🇷 (17–18 June). Sylvie Fodor joins a key session on Photography & the challenge of AI, looking into copyright, tech & content authenticity.

🔗 More: www.cepic.org/resources/news

#VisualMedia #Photography #AI #CEPIC2025
June 4, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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Exciting news from CEPIC member, EPA Images 📸

EPA is launching Focus—a new multimedia service spotlighting human-centred stories on migration, culture, environment & more. Congrats to Martin Divíšek on being named Product Manager!

#Photojournalism #VisualMedia #FocusByEPA #CEPICNews
June 3, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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Mary Evans Picture Library announces Matt Hamer as new MD, succeeding Paul Brown after 18 years. A respected industry figure, Paul served on the CEPIC committee from 1995–2009. Read the full announcement + see a photo from the archives: www.cepic.org/post/new-man...

#VisualMedia #CEPICNews
May 1, 2025 at 9:37 AM