Getty Images acquires Scoopt

Getty Images Inc. has acquired Scoopt, the Scottish Web-based service that markets and sells photographs and videos captured by the public, reports Reuters.

"Getty, the world's largest provider of editorial and stock photography, said Scoopt's imagery from news, sport and entertainment that met its editorial standards would soon be released through its service to a worldwide audience.

"New technology has made it easier to capture and distribute imagery, leading to citizen photojournalism that is increasingly relevant to the news cycle," said Jonathan Klein, co-founder and CEO of Getty Images.

"While this genre will never replace the award-winning photojournalism for which we're known, it's a highly complementary offering that enables us to meet the evolving imagery needs of a broad customer base."

emily | 7:32 PM | Citizens as Camera Phone Reporters |
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