CEPIC 2025 takes place in Juan-les-Pins / Antibes, France
from Monday 12th May to Wednesday 14th May 2025

Introduction to CEPIC 2025

CEPIC 2025 promises even more business opportunities – and more enjoyment – than ever before. Set in the South of France, it’s an unmissable opportunity to network with an array of visual media professionals from across the globe, make contacts and do good business.

When and where

Join us from Monday 12 May to Wednesday 14 May, at the Antipolis Palais des Congrès in Juan-les-Pins. End the event on a high note with our much-anticipated annual industry party on Wednesday evening, a fantastic opportunity to relax and celebrate.

On the agenda

As well as a full schedule of speaking events and discussions, each day will begin with quick-fire ‘speed dating’ meetings to help you go home with more business contacts and leads than ever before.

CEPIC 2025 at a glance

The main theme of CEPIC 2025 is "The Future of Licensing." The Event will feature:

NEW speed-dating sessions for quick introductions and better networking outside of meetings.

Workshops on the new world of SEO, metadata best practice and panel debates on the pros and cons of subscriptions.

Discussions on AI’s impact on RM and a new era for offline, what’s next for collective licensing and new innovations in infringements that protect existing licences.

Tales from the frontline in the fight against disinformation and misinformation in conflict photography.

Industry party to celebrate and connect in a glamorous new venue.

Sponsors of CEPIC 2025

Supported by Industry Leaders

Global players from across the visual media industry, are among our sponsors and partners.

CEPIC 2025

CEPIC 2025 Panel: Legal Developments in AI: Copyright, Fair Use, and Liability

This essential legal panel will explore key global developments in AI legislation, from the EU AI Act to US Fair Use challenges and the UK's TDM exception. Join legal experts as they unpack how new rules are reshaping copyright, liability, and licensing in the age of generative AI.
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CEPIC 2025 Panel: What is Digital Watermarking—and What Can It Do for You?

Discover how digital watermarking is redefining image protection, authenticity, and market intelligence in this focused session sponsored by IMATAG. Moderated by Paul Melcher and Mathieu Desoubeaux, the panel brings together expert insights and real-world case studies from agencies using this next-level tool.
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CEPIC 2025 Panel: Overview of the B2C Market

This panel will explore the rapidly evolving B2C market in the visual content space, with insights from AFP and Pixways on direct-to-consumer strategies and trends. From licensing innovations to the rise of customisable content offerings, learn how leading agencies are adapting to engage and monetise end users more effectively.
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CEPIC 2025 Panel: Building an Effective Distribution Network

This panel explores how regional expertise adds value in a global content marketplace, with insights from leading distributors on building strong, effective licensing partnerships. Learn how local knowledge, strategic alliances, and smart distribution networks help content reach the right audiences worldwide.
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CEPIC 2025 Workshop: New World of SEO

Join Raphaël Richard, CEO of Neodia, for a hands-on workshop exploring how AI is reshaping SEO and content visibility. Learn the latest techniques to stay ahead of Google’s evolving algorithms and boost your discoverability in an AI-driven digital world.
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CEPIC 2025 Panel: Postlicensing How Infringement Tracking Supports Your Revenue And Your Marketing

This panel, sponsored by PicRights and moderated by Alexander Karst, explores how infringement tracking and post-licensing can generate revenue and protect brands in today’s digital environment. With real-world insights from legal and industry leaders, it’s a must-attend for anyone navigating rights management in the age of AI.
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Make New Connections at CEPIC 2025: Final Call for Speed Dating Sign-Ups!

Looking to meet more people at CEPIC 2025? Join our Speed Dating sessions for fast, focused networking and fresh opportunities in just one hour. We already have almost 60 delegates signed up, with 70% from agencies!
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Can't Make It to Juan-les-Pins? Experience CEPIC 2025 Online!

Can’t make it to Juan-les-Pins? Extend the value of your CEPIC 2025 experience with our new virtual access option, giving your wider team the chance to join live sessions, workshops, and access recordings for just 99 EUR, no travel required!

Meet the Speakers for CEPIC 2025

Discover the industry-leading speakers who will be sharing their expertise and vision on the future of visual media licensing, AI, copyright, and more at CEPIC 2025. Click below to view all of this year's Speakers.

Advanced Track & Trace

Advanced Track & Trace

Alan Capel

SmartFrame

Alexander Karst

Die Bildbeschaffer

Alexandru Giboi

European Alliance of News Agencies (EANA)

Andrea Stern

Andreas Genz

dpa picture alliance

Anna Dickson

Shutterstock

Ari Abelson

OpenOrigins

BikiniLists

BikiniLists

Brendan Quinn

IPTC

Christina Vaughan

Cultura Creative

Christophe Ralite

PixWays

Christophe Walter-Petit

Agence France Presse (AFP)

Cindy Han

Trufo

Clinton Nortje

Greatstock Pty Ltd

Florian Delille

Orange Logic

Frederik Temmermans

Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Frédéric Sanuy

Activo

Gilles Devicq

Pond5

Gilles Taquet

Roger-Viollet

Isabelle Galy

ClusterIA

Isabelle Wirth

Agence France-Presse (AFP)

James Allsworth

Alamy

James Smith

Human Native

Jan Spichala

ImageProfessionals

John Balean

Topfoto

Jonathan Wells

Sipa USA

Judy Parnall

BBC Research & Development

Julie McVey

National Geographic Society

Katherine Briggs

Envato

Louise Irwin

PA Media Group

Marion Bigot

Agence France-Presse (AFP)

Marisol Muñiz

CEPIC

Mathieu Desoubeaux

IMATAG

MediaViz

MediaViz

Michael Gottschalk

dpa Picture-Alliance

Mikayel Khachatryan

Wirestock

Nancy Wolff

Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard, LLP

Nick Luu

PIXTA AI

Paul Melcher

IMATAG

Paul Seheult

PICSEL

Perfectly Clear

Eye Q Imaging | Creators of Perfectly Clear

Philippe François

Belga News Agency

Philippe Rixhon

Valunode

Picvario

Picvario

Raphaël Richard

Neodia

Reema Selhi

DACS

Sebastian Stober

Otto-von-Guericke-University

Sylvie Fodor

CEPIC

Tiffinni Field

European Pressphoto Agency

Tiphaine des Déserts

Getty Images

Trufo AI

Trufo AI

Valérie Théveniaud-Violette

CEPIC

Wesog Systems

Wesog Systems

Yuliia Ovsiannikova

Ukrinform

Éric Baradat

Agence France-Presse (AFP)

Meet the industry

CEPIC 2025 is your chance to meet up to 400 senior leaders from across the visual media industry, from press picture agencies and heritage collections to commercial video production and more. Representatives of trade associations and service suppliers will be there too. You’ll receive a full list of participants after registration and payment, so you can start arranging meetings.

FAQs

If you have questions, be sure to check out our FAQs below, they might have the answers you're looking for! If not, feel free to reach out to us directly at cepic2025@cepic.org

Why should I attend CEPIC 2025?

It is the only event in the visual media licensing industry that offers three days of nonstop networking with visual media professionals from 30+ countries.

The place to attend conferences, roundtables and workshops focusing on the latest developments in the visual media licensing industry.

This is the place to meet agencies’ CEOs and sales representatives, as well as footage suppliers, industry service providers, technology specialists, legal professionals, and the creative minds that innovate the visual media licensing industry, all in one place.

How does CEPIC 2025 work?

CEPIC is all about networking. So to make the most of your participation, you should arrange as many meetings as possible before CEPIC 2025 starts.

After registration and payment, CEPIC will grant you access to the Participants List so that you are able to contact all registered attendees and arrange your meetings.

For higher visibility and comfort for your meeting, you can add a Table to your registration as a delegate for a separate fee.

Why is CEPIC 2025 returning to the South of France ?

It is a blessed area in Europe, sunny, full of culture, good food, and gorgeous landscapes, and importantly it has an international airport. The Nice airport is the second largest airport in France (after Paris). Juan les Pins, en route to Cannes is easily accessible from the Nice airport, by train, bus or taxi. Delegates may easily combine business with pleasure, adding a few days on for the Riviera, Provence, the Alps, Corsica, Monaco and Italy. Finally the Palais des Congrès of Juan-les-Pins is pefectly fit for the purpose of the CEPIC 2025.

Venue: ANTIPOLIS – Palais des Congrès d’Antibes
Address: 60 Chem. des Sables, 06160 Antibes, France

To visit the ANTIPOLIS Summit Center – click here

Still have questions?

Feel free to contact us through our contact page.