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Figma sent a cease-and-desist to AI startup Lovable over its use of "Dev Mode" for a new feature. Figma trademarked the term last year, but it's widely used in software, including by Apple, Google, and Microsoft. Lovable CEO Anton Osika says they won't change the name, fueling debate over the trademark's validity.
Synthesia secured investment from Adobe Ventures after surpassing $100M in annual recurring revenue. The AI video startup serves 70% of the Fortune 100. With a focus on enterprise communication, it remains unprofitable but growth-focused. Its competition with HeyGen has intensified as both expand rapidly.
Figma has confidentially submitted a draft S-1 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, signaling plans for a potential initial public offering. The company has not yet disclosed the number of shares or the price range for the offering. This submission allows Figma to prepare for going public, pending the SEC's review and approval process.
Fast growth can look impressive, but it often lacks the strength and depth that come from time and repetition. Real expertise is built by consistently engaging with challenging problems, learning from each experience, and developing sound judgment through practice. True growth isn't about racing ahead - it's about steady, intentional progress that leads to lasting capability and confidence.
The fundamental skills needed for interaction design remain unchanged despite the rise of AI tools. Skills should be defined independently of specific tools, focusing instead on behaviors and outcomes. While AI can enhance these skills, it lacks discernment, a critical quality for assessing context and appropriateness in design.
Foundational human skills like discernment and creativity are becoming valuable as technology advances. The debates around consent and ownership in generative AI signify a shift where value lies in both production and individual approaches. The focus is shifting from what we create to how we create it, prompting us to consider the implications of our craft in a digital landscape.
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Milan Design Week 2025 featured immersive installations, sustainable innovation, and material storytelling. Fashion brands embraced holistic design, with circularity, craftsmanship, and modernist themes shaping exhibitions. From Google to Gucci, brands presented ambitious, thought-provoking work, reinforcing the event's global influence beyond interiors.
A scalable design pattern library improves consistency, speeds development, and reduces costs. Key steps to creating one include setting goals, auditing components, applying atomic design, ensuring accessibility, standardizing naming, and thorough documentation. Strong collaboration and regular updates align design with development, starting small and expanding to support workflows and growth.
Graphic design isn't dead, it's becoming strategic communication.
Most visitors notice your website banner first, yet many neglect its design.
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