iStock controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2023
Contributor concerns over generative-AI training compensation
Contributors raised concerns that iStock and Getty Images had not fulfilled an earlier pledge to compensate contributors for the use of existing work in generative-AI training datasets. The available material describes contributor concerns rather than a confirmed court judgment or finalized regulatory finding.
2011
Dispute over image use in The Roommate promotion
Promotional material for the 2011 film The Roommate used an iStockphoto image depicting the Christy Administration Building at Southwestern College in Kansas. College administrators questioned whether the necessary permission for use of the building image had been obtained and said they were investigating the matter. The available account stated that no lawsuit had been filed as of February 8, 2011.