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# [Figma's $100M AWS Bill: The Vendor Lock-In Dilemma and Hidden Cloud Costs](https://saysomething.hashnode.dev/figmas-100m-aws-bill-the-vendor-lock-in-dilemma-and-hidden-cloud-costs?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

The recent revelation that Figma spends a staggering $100 million annually on AWS is more than just eye candy for tech gossip columns. It's a flashing neon sign highlighting a critical dilemma facing modern tech teams: when does the agility of hypers...

Jul 10, 2025 · 4 min read · saysomething.hashnode.dev  
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