Anthropic CPO leaves Figma’s board after reports he will offer a competing product

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Anthropic CPO Mike Krieger resigned from Figma’s board amid reports that Anthropic’s upcoming AI model will include tools that compete with Figma.

Summary

Anthropic Chief Product Officer Mike Krieger has stepped down from his position on the board of Figma. This resignation occurred shortly after reports emerged that Anthropic’s next AI model, Opus 4.7, might feature design tools that compete directly with Figma's interface software. The move highlights ongoing concerns regarding the potential for large AI labs to disrupt existing software companies, even as firms like Figma continue to integrate AI capabilities into their products.

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