Figma sues Singapore rival for copyright infringement
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FIGMA, a US-based cloud design software firm, is suing its Singapore-headquartered rival Motiff for copyright infringement in the city-state. The case’s outcome could throw Motiff – a startup that was established just over two years ago – off its brief growth trajectory.
In a statement to Tech in Asia, a Motiff spokesperson said these accusations were “unfounded” and rejected any suggestions that it had copied Figma’s source code. “Our code was developed in-house and independently of other organisations,” the spokesperson added.
The case conference – a closed-door hearing that takes place before a trial where matters like witness details, confidentiality orders, and documents to be produced are discussed – was held yesterday at the Singapore High Court.
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