Tuesday 13 May | 16:45 – 17:30
Moderated by: Valérie Théveniaud-Violette
Speakers: Isabelle Wirth (AFP), James Allworth (Alamy), Philippe François (BELGA), John Balean (TopFoto), Anna Dickson (Shutterstock)
As AI-generated content becomes more sophisticated and widespread, the industry is faced with a crucial question: What exactly does “authenticity” mean in the context of visual media today?
At CEPIC 2025, a dedicated working group has spent months tackling this very question, taking a closer look into the nuances of truth, authorship, context, and transparency in photography and generative imagery. Their findings will be revealed in a special panel session on Tuesday 13 May, where you'll get a first look at how major players in the industry are redefining authenticity.
This conversation will explore the boundaries between real and synthetic images, ethical GenAI training datasets, the evolving role of photojournalism, and what the industry might agree on as a standard for trust and credibility in visual content. Are photojournalists the last line of truth? Or can authenticity exist in more than one form?
With insights from leaders at AFP, Alamy, BELGA, TopFoto, and Shutterstock, and moderated by Valérie Théveniaud-Violette, this is your chance to engage with the cutting edge of one of the most debated topics in our field.
Don't miss it, and be sure to check out the full CEPIC 2025 agenda for more panels, workshops, and social events throughout the three-day event in Juan-les-Pins.