Getty Images and Shutterstock Receive Second Request from the U.S. Department of Justice

Core Viewpoint - Getty Images Holdings, Inc. and Shutterstock, Inc. have received a Second Request from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding their proposed merger, which will extend the regulatory waiting period until compliance is achieved [2][3] Company Overview - Getty Images is a leading global visual content creator and marketplace, serving customers worldwide through its brands including Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash [5][6] - The company collaborates with over 576,000 content creators and maintains a vast photographic archive, covering more than 160,000 events annually [6] - Getty Images is integrating generative AI technologies to enhance its content offerings, allowing customers to create visuals using text-to-image generation [7] Shutterstock Overview - Shutterstock is a premier partner for brands and digital media companies, offering a comprehensive platform for licensing a diverse collection of content, including 3D models, videos, and illustrations [9] - The company emphasizes product innovation and provides an all-in-one content editing platform and studio production services [9] Merger Details - The proposed merger is subject to regulatory clearance and stockholder approval, with expectations for completion in the second half of 2025 [4] - Both companies are committed to cooperating with the DOJ and other regulators to expedite the merger process [4]