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Dream Initiative partners with Shutterstock, Inc.
Additionally, the DREAM Initiative partnered with Shutterstock to create a gallery of royalty-free images to broaden the idea of what beauty looks like beyond established Eurocentric norms.
Dec 9, 2022 | mmm-online.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with DALL-E Mini on Nov 8th 22'.
But Shutterstock recently partnered with DALL-E and will soon be offering AI art as part of its service.
Dec 8, 2022 | newstatesman.comShutterstock, Inc. launches tool that would integrate the generative AI DALL-E 2
A prime example is the recent announcement that Shutterstock, one of the internet’s leading stock image companies, was partnering with OpenAI to launch a new tool that would integrate the generative AI DALL-E 2 into its online marketplace.
Dec 7, 2022 | theweek.co.ukShutterstock, Inc. launched DALL-E’s AI generated art on Oct 23rd 22'.
Last month for instance, Shutterstock announced it would start selling DALL-E’s AI generated art (also trained on humans) directly on its website.
Nov 22, 2022 | gizmodo.comShutterstock, Inc. launched Naperville Ale Fest's 2023 Winter Edition on Feb 25th 22'.
(Shutterstock) NAPERVILLE, IL — Ticket sales have launched for Naperville Ale Fest's 2023 Winter Edition, which is set for Feb. 25 in Frontier Park.
Nov 17, 2022 | patch.comInternational Finance Corporation invests into Shutterstock, Inc. in $337M
(Shutterstock) DUBAI: Dubai-based wind and solar developer Alcazar Energy Partners has raised 1.2 billion dirhams ($337 million) in new funding from investors including the International Finance Corporation, the World Bank’s private-sector lending arm, The amount, which has a final target size of $500 million and a hard cap of $650 million, was raised for a Luxembourg-based fund named Alcazar Energy Partners II the company said.
Nov 15, 2022 | arabnews.comLgresearch partners with Shutterstock, Inc.
"LG AI Research has been working closely with Shutterstock as its most trusted and strategic partner to develop EXAONE, a super-giant AI that can generate creative visual images and captions based on unique multi-modal architecture and a huge number of images and texts," said Dr. Kyunghoon Bae, Chief of LG AI Research.
Nov 9, 2022 | aimagazine.comShutterstock, Inc. launched AI-generated content capabilities on Oct 25th 22'.
Shutterstock, Inc. ("the Company") (NYSE: SSTK), the leading global creative platform for transformative brands and media companies, today unveiled its action plan to launch its AI-generated content capabilities in a manner that is responsible and transparent for its customers and contributors.
Oct 25, 2022 | newswire.caShutterstock, Inc. is developing AI models
In an effort to create a new industry standard and unlock new revenue streams for the Company’s artist community, Shutterstock has also created the framework to provide additional compensation for artists whose works have contributed to develop the AI models,” Shutterstock writes — dubbing its framework “ethical and equitable”; and saying it will also “aim” to compensate contributors (“in the form of royalties”) when their intellectual property is used.
Oct 24, 2022 | etochia.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with OpenAI on Oct 25th 22'.
From a report: Today, stock image giant Shutterstock has announced an extended partnership with OpenAI, which will see the AI lab's text-to-image model DALL-E 2 directly integrated into Shutterstock "in the coming months."
Oct 24, 2022 | latestnigeriannews.comShutterstock, Inc. launches PremiumBeat
Shutterstock is already across this and is launching what it reckons are the first of their kind 3D sound effects on its music licensing platform, PremiumBeat.
Oct 20, 2022 | redsharknews.comShutterstock, Inc. launched Creative Flow on Sep 20th 22'.
Shutterstock, one of the leading stock media agencies in the world, has recently launched Creative Flow, a full suite of tools on the base of their Shutterstock.AI technology with multiple web-based resources for photo buyers and visual creatives.
Oct 19, 2022 | stockphotosecrets.comShutterstock, Inc. invested into Butlr Ltd in $1.39M on Sep 1st 22'.
In September, Ryft announced that they had raised £1.2 million in a seed funding round led by SFC Capital, with participation from the founders of Shutterstock and LoveFilm.
Sep 13, 2022 | startacus.netShutterstock, Inc. hired Sejal Amin Khoros as chief technology officer on Aug 12th 22'.
Shutterstock Inc. said it hired Sejal Amin Khoros, recently chief product and technology officer of software company Khoros, to be its chief technology officer.
Sep 12, 2022 | marketwatch.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with spirited debate over law enforcement policy and funding
Photo credit: Shutterstock As these problems have intensified over the last few years there has been a spirited debate over law enforcement policy and funding at the local, state, and Federal levels.
Sep 1, 2022 | cellebrite.comFiverr International partnered with Shutterstock, Inc. on Aug 30th 22'.
(Graphic: Business Wire) NEW YORK--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Fiverr International Ltd. (NYSE: FVRR), the company that is revolutionizing how the world works together, today announced a partnership with Shutterstock to integrate its vast content of licensed assets on its platform.
Aug 30, 2022 | businesswire.comShutterstock, Inc. files suit against SkyWest
[File photo: Shutterstock] The U.S. federal government has filed a lawsuit against regional carrier SkyWest Airlines ( NASDAQ: SKYW ) after a former employee said the airline placed her on indefinite administrative leave because she complained about being sexually harrassed on the job.
Aug 23, 2022 | flyingmag.comShutterstock, Inc. went public on Jan 1st 12'.
It has several competitors, including Shutterstock, which went public in 2012.
Jul 24, 2022 | geekwire.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Black Earth Compost
(Shutterstock) BROOKLINE, MA — The Town of Brookline’s Department of Public Works is launching a curbside composting incentive program, in partnership with Black Earth Compost.
Jun 29, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Harvard University
Credit: Shutterstock A collaboration with Harvard University has led to the development of a new-generation electro-optic modulator that could stamp out its bulky predecessor through the creation of a smaller, stronger, cooler, faster and cost-effective on-chip system.
Apr 13, 2022 | phys.orgShutterstock Inc partnered with Great American Rain Barrel Company on Jan 1st 22'.
(Shutterstock) MEDFORD, MA — The city will be offering rain barrels at a highly discounted price this year, in partnership with The Great American Rain Barrel Co.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launched pilot program to separate glass from the single stream recycling on Mar 1st 22'.
(Shutterstock) WESTPORT, CT — The town of Westport announced this week the launch of a pilot program to separate glass from the single stream recycling.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launches "ambassador" program
(Shutterstock) BLOOMFIELD, NJ — A community news service in Bloomfield is launching an "ambassador" program, and is seeking public input to help guide the effort.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. increases headcount by 800
(Shutterstock) NUTLEY, NJ — A pharmaceutical company based in Japan has moved its U.S. headquarters to Nutley, a move that's expected to bring 800 jobs with it, officials say.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with Cranston Senior Enrichment Center on Mar 14th 22'.
(Shutterstock) CRANSTON, RI — Cranston Library is hosting a community event this month to celebrate healthy living, in partnership with the city's Senior Enrichment Center and the OneCranston Health Equity Zone.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. recognized as finalist in the Gaithersburg Book Festival's high school poetry contest
(Shutterstock) GERMANTOWN, MD — A high school student from Germantown has been named as a finalist in the Gaithersburg Book Festival's high school poetry contest.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. receives financing of $1.07M in funding
Credit: ADLC / Shutterstock.com Milwaukee-based Renaissant, the IT company behind loading dock intelligence platform Dock|C2, has raised $1.07 million in funding to support future growth.
Jan 1, 2022 | biztimes.comW. K. Kellogg Foundation invests into Shutterstock, Inc. in $750K
(Shutterstock) MENDHAM, NJ — United Way of Northern New Jersey was awarded a $750,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation that will help fill gaps in child care.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. hires Jonathan Ram as Chief Executive Officer
(Shutterstock) WALTHAM, MA — Clarks Originals, with its USA headquarters currently based in Waltham, has announced the appointment of Jonathan Ram as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launches ninth annual Oscar Pop
Designer: Various Description: Shutterstock launched its ninth annual Oscar Pop!
Jan 1, 2022 | fespa.comShutterstock, Inc. will partner with Newbrunswickarts on Apr 2nd 22'.
(Shutterstock) NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — The New Brunswick Free Public Library, in partnership with the New Brunswick Cultural Center and Rutgers Indian Graduate Student Association, will host its 13th annual Indian Holi Festival on Saturday, April 2 this year.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Dublin Arts Collective
(Shutterstock) Partnering with the Dublin Arts Collective, the city is having a T-shirt design contest marking the special milestone in the city's history.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launched special report series exploring how high-speed fiber networks on Mar 18th 22'.
Source: Production Perig / Shutterstock.com Last week we launched a special report series exploring how high-speed fiber networks can future-proof distributed data centers, specifically looking at how data center growth created complexity.
Jan 1, 2022 | datacenterfrontier.comShutterstock, Inc. opens new location in Bradenton, Florida, United States
(Shutterstock) The fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, Chicken Salad Chick, is opening a new restaurant in Bradenton at 5434 Lockwood Ridge Road.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launched Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Program on Feb 28th 22'.
(Shutterstock) MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN — The city of Mendota Heights recently announced a new Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Program.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Troon International
[Image: Shutterstock.com] As US sportsbooks fight tooth-and-nail for vital market share in the congested playing field of major league sports, PointsBet’s freshly-inked partnership with luxury golf course management company Troon is taking another tack, targeting a smaller, yet more affluent market segment.
Jan 1, 2022 | vegasslotsonline.comShutterstock, Inc. had issues with bribery scam involving millions of dollars worth of contracts on Apr 11th 22'.
(Shutterstock) A former contract manager for California’s transportation agency pleaded guilty Monday in what federal prosecutors said is an ongoing investigation into a bid rigging and bribery scam involving millions of dollars worth of contracts.
Jan 1, 2022 | gvwire.comShutterstock, Inc. is developing integrated electric vehicle charging stations in the Kingdom
(Shutterstock) RIYADH: Sauri Arabia’s Altaaqa, a part of Zahid Group, and France’s TotalEnergies have signed an initial agreement to develop integrated electric vehicle charging stations in the Kingdom.
Jan 1, 2022 | arabnews.comShutterstock, Inc. hired Jason McClelland as Chief Marketing Officer on Apr 25th 22'.
Shutterstock, Inc. has appointed Jason McClelland as chief marketing officer and head of customer care.
Jan 1, 2022 | alistdaily.comCommunity Foundation of Greater New Britain invests into Shutterstock, Inc. in $4K
(Shutterstock) BERLIN, CT — The Berlin Upbeat Program has been awarded a $4,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, officials announced.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launched COVID-19 case numbers on May 5th 22'.
(Shutterstock) BOSTON — After a week away from schools, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education released new COVID-19 case numbers Thursday, revealing more than 10,000 positive tests in schools across Massachusetts.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with theft of five cartons of cigarettes in a pub robbery
(Shutterstock) PORTLAND, OR — A Clackamas man faces up to 10 years in prison on his conviction of charges in connection with the theft of five cartons of cigarettes in a pub robbery.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launches app
Photo: Shutterstock A soup kitchen in Valletta has launched an app that would allow supermarkets to donate unsold produce to NGOs instead of throwing it away.
Jan 1, 2022 | timesofmalta.comShutterstock, Inc. acquired Pond5 Inc. for $210M on May 11th 22'.
The company also runs a royalty-free stock music service, with a library of 1.6 million music tracks and 1.7 million sound effects assets, which Shutterstock now owns, following a $210 million cash deal to acquire Pond5.
Jan 1, 2022 | musicbusinessworldwide.comShutterstock, Inc. hired David Richardson as Deputy Director on Apr 11th 22'.
(Shutterstock) BENSALEM, PA — The Bensalem Police Department has announced the passing of their recently hired Deputy Director, David Richardson, who served in the police department for over 24 years.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. will hire Paul Hennessy as Chief Executive Officer on Jul 1st 22'.
Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK) ("the Company"), the leading global creative platform for transformative brands and media companies, today announced that Paul Hennessy has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2022.
Jan 1, 2022 | prnewswire.co.ukShutterstock, Inc. launches public survey
(Shutterstock) GUILFORD, CT —The Town of Guilford is launching a new public survey to understand resident opinions and priorities regarding potential licensure of the sale and cultivation of cannabis in town.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. opens new location in La Grange, New York, United States
(Shutterstock) LA GRANGE, IL – The Wooden Paddle, a Lemont wood-fired pizzeria, plans to open another location in La Grange.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comAffinity Federal Credit Union LLC invested into Shutterstock, Inc. in $3K on Apr 16th 22'.
(Shutterstock) WESTPORT, CT — Homes with Hope, the Westport-based supportive housing and youth development agency, recently received a grant of $3,000 from Affinity Foundation of Affinity Federal Credit Union, the New Jersey-based financial institution with an office in Norwalk.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. receives award Abbey S. Meyers Leadership Award
(Shutterstock) HANOVER, MD — The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, which is headquartered in Hanover, has received the Abbey S. Meyers Leadership Award from the National Organization for Rare Disorders.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with #SeeHer
Shutterstock partnered with SeeHer, an organization working to end gender bias in media, to launch a vertical on its e-commerce site that highlights AAPI women and girls.
Jan 1, 2022 | campaignlive.comShutterstock, Inc. receives award High Honors and Awards
(Shutterstock) NASHUA, NH — The following students from Nashua received High Honors and Awards from the University of New Hampshire, Lassell and Clarkson University.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with motor vehicle accident
(Shutterstock) MANCHESTER, NH — Police in Manchester are investigating a motor vehicle accident that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launched Indo-Pacific Economic Framework on May 26th 22'.
Credit: B.Zhou / Shutterstock.com Last week the Biden Administration launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF).
Jan 1, 2022 | southeastagnet.comShutterstock, Inc. launches Posters & Prints program
NEW YORK, March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK), a leading global provider of imagery and music, today announced the availability of a curated collection of images within Amazon's newly launched Posters & Prints program.
Jan 1, 2022 | thedeadpixelssociety.comShutterstock, Inc. launches Dear Bangashree Damodar lucky draw
(Image: Shutterstock) WEST BENGAL LOTTERY RESULT 2022: The West Bengal Lottery Department will be releasing the winning list of the Dear Bangashree Damodar lucky draw today at 4 PM.
Jan 1, 2022 | news18.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with facing charges related to a robbery
(Shutterstock) WARMINSTER, PA — A man is facing charges related to a robbery that took place in a Warminster home on Thursday morning.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with stolen computer graphics card
(Shutterstock) WAUWATOSA, WI — Wauwatosa police responded to multiple calls, including a stolen catalytic converter, a man kicking in a door and a stolen computer graphics card between May 21 and Thursday, police logs showed.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comPeter Silvio left Shutterstock, Inc. as Chief Technology Officer on May 31st 22'.
On May 25, 2022, Peter Silvio resigned as the Chief Technology Officer of Shutterstock, Inc. (the "Company"), effective May 31, 2022.
Jan 1, 2022 | marketscreener.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Webster Bank
(Shutterstock) AVON, CT — The Town of Avon has partnered with Webster Bank and its lock-box payment services.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. launches 2022-23 trash and recycling collection calendar
(Shutterstock) MARLBOROUGH, MA — The Marlborough Department of Public Works this week released the 2022-23 trash and recycling collection calendar, offering residents a view of when collections will happen during the week and around holidays.
Jan 1, 2022 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. had issues with ransomware attack on Feb 1st 22'.
(Shutterstock) A payment vendor was hit with a ransomware attack back in February that may have exposed patient data from more than 600 healthcare providers and organizations.
Jan 1, 2022 | fiercehealthcare.comShutterstock, Inc. will launch National Credit Framework on Aug 1st 22'.
(Picture: Shutterstock) NEW DELHI : Come August, the ministry of education is planning to introduce a “National Credit Framework,” or NCrF at the school level, starting from Class 5.
Jan 1, 2022 | careers360.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with copyright infringement
This letter indicates that Shutterstock has been sued by other photographers for copyright infringement.
Jan 1, 2022 | legalnoodle.comShutterstock, Inc. invested into assets : hotel in the amount of $25.4M on Jul 8th 22'.
(Shutterstock) A $25.4 million judgment last month against a Springdale hotel for failing to protect a teenager from being sex trafficked is designed to send a message to other businesses.
Jan 1, 2022 | arkansasbusiness.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Time Planet
[Maxisport / Shutterstock] The largest stadium in the French city of Toulouse has announced it is partnering with Time for the Planet, an initiative that allows citizens, investment funds, banks, and companies to invest sums as small as €1 in the fight against climate change.
Mar 2, 2021 | euractiv.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with Red Cross on Mar 2nd 21'.
(Shutterstock) AUSTIN, TX — The City of Austin is partnering up with the Red Cross on Tuesday to distribute ready-to-eat meals and cases of water in East Austin.
Jan 1, 2021 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with Brandeis
(Shutterstock) NEWTON, MA — Newton Community Pride, in partnership with Brandeis University, has launched a survey for residents that will help the organization measure the economic impact of arts and culture in Newton.
Jan 1, 2021 | patch.comKroma partners with Shutterstock, Inc.
By partnering with Shutterstock, Kroma has made a huge step toward solidifying itself as the most trusted source for expert-driven PowerPoint templates found online.
Jan 1, 2021 | pronewsreport.comShutterstock, Inc. had issues with possible listeria contamination on Dec 20th 21'.
(Shutterstock) GEORGIA — More than 2.3 million pounds of cooked ham and pepperoni products sold in Georgia and other states have been recalled over possible listeria contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said this week.
Jan 1, 2021 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. has issues with stock transportation delays caused by post-Brexit border controls
Pic: TK Kurikawa / Shutterstock Marks & Spencer announced yesterday (September 16) that it would be closing 11 of its French stores by the end of this year because of stock transportation delays caused by post-Brexit border controls.
Jan 1, 2021 | connexionfrance.comShutterstock, Inc. acquired Pattern89 for $35M on Jul 1st 21'.
In July 2021, Shutterstock acquired Pattern89 Inc., Datasine Limited and assets from Shotzr, Inc.
Jan 1, 2021 | streetinsider.comShutterstock, Inc. recognized as winners of the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program on Sep 15th 21'.
(Shutterstock) BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Four high school students from Bucks County have been named winners of the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Jan 1, 2021 | patch.comFreepik Company identified as competitor of Shutterstock, Inc.
In this segment, Freepik competes with other services such as Shutterstock, but the Spanish company has managed to position itself as one of the great companies in the sector, relying on an immense catalogue and a freemium model that allows certain images to be downloaded for free but gives access to a paid catalogue of greater variety and quality for professionals in the field of graphic design.
May 27, 2020 | ebusinessplanet.comShutterstock, Inc. partners with North Shore Medical Center
(Shutterstock) PEABODY, MA — Peabody-area community and municipal organizations are joining with the North Shore Medical Center to offer a community health clinic for residents dealing with effects of the coronavirus health crisis.
Jan 1, 2020 | patch.comShutterstock, Inc. files suit against Sarasota County Schools
(Shutterstock) SARASOTA, FL — A group of parents filed a lawsuit against the Sarasota County School Board over whether students can be forced to wear masks at school.
Jan 1, 2020 | patch.comThe Citadel invests into Shutterstock, Inc.
Citadel Llc invested 0% in Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE:SSTK).
Jan 1, 2019 | whatsonthorold.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with PIA National on Jan 1st 17'.
(Photo: Shutterstock) Since 2017, NU has partnered with the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) to develop insights into the commercial lines segment from the perspective of independent Property & Casualty insurance agents and brokers throughout the U.S.
Jan 1, 2019 | propertycasualty360.comNational Bank Of Canada invests into Shutterstock, Inc.
Royal National Bank Of Canada has invested 0% in Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE:SSTK).
Jan 1, 2019 | makdaily.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with Greenlight ® Financial Technology, Inc. on Nov 26th 18'.
Shutterstock, Inc. ( NYSE:NYSE:SSTK ), a leading global technology company offering high-quality assets, tools and services through its creative platform, today announced a partnership with rights and clearance agency, Greenlight, a part of Branded Entertainment Network.
Jan 1, 2018 | gurufocus.comShutterstock, Inc. partnered with Greenlight ® Financial Technology, Inc. on Nov 26th 18'.
Shutterstock, Inc. ( NYSE:NYSE:SSTK ), a leading global technology company offering high-quality assets, tools and services through its creative platform, today announced a partnership with rights and clearance agency, Greenlight, a part of Branded Entertainment Network.
Jan 1, 2018 | gurufocus.comShutterstock, Inc. launched career track framework on Feb 1st 18'.
Shutterstock launched a new career track framework across the Engineering organization in early February 2018.
Jan 1, 2018 | jasonoh.orgShutterstock, Inc. launches many new features for the messaging app
(Shutterstock) WhatsApp has been on a roll lately introducing many new features for the messaging app.
Jan 1, 2018 | hindustantimes.com