Bud, formerly known as Orchids, gained traction for its ability to generate apps across various environments, including mobile, web, and Slack. Its recent pivot toward agent-based platforms allowed it to browse the web and execute automated tasks by writing code. Following the acquisition, the startup will shutter both Bud and Orchids on July 18, forcing existing users to migrate their projects before that date. This transition follows earlier scrutiny regarding the platform's security, specifically reports from the BBC earlier this year suggesting that applications built on Orchids were vulnerable to cyber attacks.
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Figma Acquires AI Startup Bud to Bolster Prototyping Tools
Figma is pushing beyond static design by acquiring Bud, a Y Combinator-backed startup known for its vibe coding and AI agent technology. The move signals a strategic shift for the platform as it seeks to integrate functional code and automated agents directly into the design canvas, aiming to bridge the gap between ideation and development.
Figma has remained tight-lipped regarding specific implementation plans for the incoming talent. However, the company’s recent product trajectory suggests a clear intent to move deeper into the development stack. After launching Figma Make last year to facilitate web app creation, the company has steadily integrated external tools like Claude Code and Codex while deploying its own internal agents. By bringing the Bud team in-house, Figma appears to be betting that the future of design lies in tools that can build and prototype functional software rather than just visualizing concepts.
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