Lina Khan, the former chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reminds us of Figma’s recent successful IPO. For her, it’s a hearty kibosh on the aggressive deal-by-deal review now ubiquitous in mergers and acquisitions (M&A.) Khan sees Figma’s initial success in the public market as evidence that tough regulatory...

IntroductionThe design software company recently made headlines with its impressive initial public offering. This excitement was made even greater after its acquisition agreement with Adobe fell apart due to big regulatory scrutiny. This situation has sparked a debate about the role of regulatory bodies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC),...

I've been watching the Figma saga unfold with a mix of fascination and, frankly, a healthy dose of "I told you so." The scuttled Adobe acquisition and the subsequent buzz around Figma's potential IPO are more than just a business story. They're a flashing neon sign pointing to the complexities...