Figma adds code layers, support for animations, more AI features in new update

Figma's update adds a new code layer, support for motion and shaders, and the ability to create custom plugins for various ...
The Next Web

Figma adds code layers to the canvas and lets users build custom AI plugins at Config 2026

Figma unveiled code layers, animation support, AI-generated shaders, custom skills for its AI assistant, and deeper Weavy integration at Config 2026.
CNBC

Figma introduces 'vibe-coding' AI software design feature

Figma's new premium feature will enable people to describe an idea for an app or website, or pick an existing design, and have an AI model create working code for it. The launch follows the rise of ...
Tech Times

Figma Config 2026: Code Layers Challenge Cursor as GPU Shaders Hit Paid Plans

Figma Config 2026 closed Thursday with Code Layers for GitHub-linked canvas editing, Figma Motion in open beta with CSS and ...
TechCrunch

Figma partners with OpenAI to bake in support for Codex

Figma is integrating OpenAI’s AI coding tool, Codex, to let users create and tweak designs from within their coding environments. The move comes a week after the design company struck a similar ...
The Verge

Figma pulls AI tool after criticism that it ripped off Apple’s design

Figma says it didn’t train the generative AI models it used and blames a ‘bespoke design system.’ Figma says it didn’t train the generative AI models it used and blames a ‘bespoke design system.’ is a ...