CREATIVES FEAR THE WORST AS AFFINITY'S WEBSITE IS PAUSED

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Affinity has paused its website, purchases, and forums ahead of an October 30 announcement, sparking speculation about major changes following its 2024 Canva acquisition. While some expect the launch of “Affinity 3” with AI tools, many designers fear a shift to subscriptions or AI-focused models, with the vague messaging fueling anxiety and distrust among longtime users.