ProductThe Decoder· Jun 24, 2026
Figma Adds Workspace Features at Config 2026 Using External AI APIs
Figma expanded its design canvas at Config 2026 into a broader workspace supporting code, animation, shaders, and AI agents. The AI capabilities rely on rented APIs from third-party providers, which affects margins. One of those providers is also developing competing design tools.
Key points
- →Figma introduced code, animation, shaders, and AI agents to its canvas at Config 2026.
- →AI functionality depends on APIs rented from external providers.
- →Third-party AI reliance may reduce profit margins.
- →One API provider is building competing design tools.
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