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Canva Launches New Developer Tools and Investment Fund to Boost App Ecosystem

The new tools and fund aim to make it easier for developers to build and launch Canva-powered apps

By Admin on June 27, 2023

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Canva, the popular online design platform, has announced the launch of new developer tools and a $50 million investment fund to boost its app ecosystem. The new tools, which include a SDK, APIs, and a code editor, are designed to make it easier for developers to build and launch Canva-powered apps. The investment fund will be used to support the development of new apps and to help existing apps grow. Canva's app ecosystem already includes thousands of apps, but the company believes that there is still a lot of potential for growth. The new developer tools and investment fund are designed to help developers tap into that potential and create even more innovative and useful apps. The new SDK gives developers access to Canva's design tools and features, making it easier for them to build custom designs and templates. The APIs allow developers to integrate Canva's design tools into their own apps, while the code editor provides a convenient way for developers to write and debug code.


The $50 million investment fund will be used to support the development of new apps and to help existing apps grow. Canva will be looking for apps that are innovative, user-friendly, and have the potential to reach a large audience. Canva's move to invest in its app ecosystem is a sign of the company's commitment to innovation. The company is clearly betting that the future of design lies in the hands of developers, and it is making sure that they have the tools and resources they need to succeed.


The new developer tools are available now to all Canva users. The $50 million investment fund will be managed by Canva's investment team and will be open to applications from developers around the world. Canva is not the only company that is investing in its app ecosystem. Other companies that have recently announced similar initiatives include Adobe, Microsoft, and Salesforce. This trend suggests that businesses are increasingly recognizing the value of app ecosystems and are willing to invest in them in order to stay ahead of the competition.

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