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Stories from Monday, 29 June 2026

UX & Thinking

UX Collective

Thinking

When the profession outruns the mentor

When a profession evolves rapidly, mentors may struggle to provide relevant guidance, as their own experiences can quickly become outdated and less applicable to current practices.

What are hypertokens? The layer between tokens and components, rebuilt for agents

Hypertokens, a new layer between tokens and components, are being developed to facilitate design system integration and functionality for AI agents.

Why Figma Sites Beta isn’t closing the gap yet.

Figma Sites Beta currently falls short of effectively bridging existing gaps in its functionality and user experience, indicating areas for further development.

Designing for the Wrong User

Designing for the wrong user often leads to products that fail to meet actual needs, highlighting the critical importance of accurate user research and validation in the design process.

28 Jun