From Failed Acquisition to Independent IPO: Figma Sparks Fresh Dialogue on 'Regulation vs. Innovation'
2025-08-04 / Read about 0 minute
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Figma's triumphant initial public offering (IPO) stands as a fresh testament to the antitrust stance championed by former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan. Khan posits that Figma's choice to remain an independent entity, forgoing acquisition by a larger corporation, underscores the pivotal role of robust antitrust regulations in empowering startups to blossom into robust, self-sufficient businesses. Conversely, critics argue that Figma's success is predominantly the fruit of its innovative strategies and growth initiatives, rather than regulatory intervention. They contend that regulatory scrutiny was merely one among several external factors that influenced Figma's decision to pursue an IPO. The discourse on the interplay between regulation and corporate success persists.