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    Director Matthew James Thompson Joins ArtClass For U.S. Spot Representation

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    LOS ANGELES --

    ArtClass has added director and photographer Matthew James Thompson to its roster for U.S. representation spanning commercials and branded content. 

    Recognized for his distinctive style that seamlessly merges narrative and visual artistry, Thompson has fashioned a diverse portfolio, ranging from high-profile brand campaigns to intimate and powerful portraits. Prior to joining ArtClass, Thompson had been represented in the commercialmaking arena by production house Backyard. Thompson’s clients include BMW, Nike, Google, Jeep, and Oreo. His short film for Field Notes Notebooks won awards at the IAC, Addy and Hatch competitions.

    ArtClass managing director Rebecca Niles said that Thompson “brings a wealth of experience and a unique creative perspective to our team. His talent and passion for storytelling align perfectly with our vision of delivering exceptional content for our clients. We are excited to collaborate with Matthew and leverage his expertise to push the boundaries of commercial filmmaking. He strengthens our commitment to providing top-notch creative solutions and emphasizes our dedication to working with the best talent in the industry.”

    Thompson said, “ArtClass’ positive momentum and growth over the past few years have been inspiring to watch. And their commitment to creative innovation and authenticity really resonates with my own approach to storytelling. I’ve been lucky to know [ArtClass founders] Vince [director Peone] and Geno [producer Imbriale] since they started and am equally as excited for where ArtClass is now as where we’re heading.”

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    A Closer Look At Proposed Measures Designed To Curb Google’s Search Monopoly

    Thursday, November 21, 2024

    U.S. regulators are proposing aggressive measures to restore competition to the online search market after a federal judge ruled Google maintained an illegal monopoly for the last decade.

    The sweeping set of recommendations filed late Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Justice could radically alter Google's business, including possibly spinning off the Chrome web browser and syndicating its search data to competitors. Even if the courts adopt the blueprint, Google isn't likely to make any significant changes until 2026 at the earliest, because of the legal system's slow-moving wheels.

    Here's what it all means:

    What is the Justice Department's goal?
    Federal prosecutors are cracking down on Google in a case originally filed during near the end of then-President Donald Trump's first term. Officials say the main goal of these proposals is to get Google to stop leveraging its dominant search engine to illegally squelch competition and stifle innovation.

    "The playing field is not level because of Google's conduct, and Google's quality reflects the ill-gotten gains of an advantage illegally acquired," the Justice Department asserted in its recommendations. "The remedy must close this gap and deprive Google of these advantages."

    Not surprisingly, Google sees things much differently. The Justice Department's "wildly overbroad proposal goes miles beyond the Court's decision," Kent Walker, Google's chief legal officer, asserted in a blog post. "It would break a range of Google products — even beyond search — that people love and find helpful in their everyday lives."

    It's still possible that the Justice Department could ease off on its attempts to break up Google, especially if President-elect Donald Trump... Read More

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