Cutups

Yes, monospace fonts are converging on the Ur-monospace, the one true monospace of the gods. No, this is not plagiarism. It's Evolution in Action. Departures from the ur-norm exploit niches that enable them to compete in protected spaces.

Falcons and hawks have similarly converged on the ur-raptor design from opposite branches of the avian tree. Owls exploit the nocturnal niche.