Figma's Acquisition of Bud: The Convergence of Design and Code Figma's acquisition of the team behind Bud (formerly Orchids) has caused a stir in the design and tech communities.
On its surface, this deal appears to be another instance of a tech giant acquiring a promising startup to bolster its own offerings.
However, closer examination reveals a more nuanced story about the blurring lines between design, code, and AI.