This chapter discusses the failed acquisition deal between Adobe and Figma, exploring its potential implications for Silicon Valley. It delves into the challenges faced by Figma and the impact on the ecosystem of acquisitions, highlighting regulatory scrutiny and its effects on competition and innovation in the tech industry. The conversation also touches on the cultural aspects of Figma and features insights from a journalist covering startups and venture capital.
Bluesky, the Twitter spin-off, is now open for public sign-ups. Can its dreams of decentralization fix social media? We talk with CEO Jay Graber. Then, New York Times reporter Erin Griffith on how Adobe’s failed acquisition of Figma has spooked tech companies and upset Silicon Valley’s startup pipeline. And finally, updates on ancient scrolls and artificial intelligence, Google’s chatbots, and the fight between record companies and TikTok.
Today’s guests:
- Jay Graber, CEO of Bluesky
- Erin Griffith, reporter for The New York Times
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