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Adobe’s $20 billion Figma merger is also being scrutinized by the EU.

After conducting a preliminary review, the European Commission has set a provisional deadline of August 7th to decide whether to clear Adobe’s proposed Figma acquisition or launch an in-depth probe that could block the merger.

The deal is also being closely scrutinized in the US and UK amid concerns the deal will threaten market competition.

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