Why Getty + Shutterstock Merger = HUGE Changes for Stock Photography
Getty and Shutterstock just announced a merger on January 7, 2025. But, what does it mean for the stock photography industry? How will stock photographers fare after this major consolidation move is completed? My take is that this does not bode well for freelance stock photographers.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Getty Shutterstock Merger Details
02:50 - Contributor Payout Cuts Coming?
08:56 - Any Upside for Stock Photographers from This Merger?
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