Category Archives: Technology in the News

Webflow’s Shifting Focus: A Blow to Membership Sites and a Rise in Costs

Webflow, once a popular choice for building dynamic websites, has recently made significant changes that have left many users, especially those who rely on membership features, feeling frustrated and uncertain about the platform’s future. Key Changes: The Impact on Membership … Continue reading

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WP Engine Wins Court Order, Regains Full Access to WordPress.org in 72 Hours

In a dramatic turn of events, a judge has issued a preliminary injunction forcing WordPress.org (owned by Automattic) to restore full access to WP Engine and its affiliates. The court order, effective immediately, gives WP Engine just 72 hours to … Continue reading

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Homestead Website Builder Users Frustrated by Ongoing Editing Issues

A Growing Problem For the past week, numerous Homestead Website Builder users have been unable to edit their websites due to a persistent error message: “This site has changed since you started working in SiteBuilder Plus. To prevent unintended changes … Continue reading

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Help a Reporter Out (HARO) to Shut Down: A Loss for Journalists and SEOs

The digital landscape of journalism is facing a significant shift with the impending closure of Help a Reporter Out (HARO), now known as the Connectively Platform. This platform, which served as a vital connection point between journalists and expert sources, … Continue reading

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Can WordPress Overthrow Matt Mullenweg? A Look at the Open-Source Landscape

Previous posts for context: WordPress.org Faces Turmoil Over ACF Plugin Controversy: A Battle for Control The War on WordPress: WP Engine vs. Matt Mullenweg Heats Up (September 2024 Update) The Myth of the WordPress Overthrow There have been whispers and … Continue reading

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WordPress.org Faces Turmoil Over ACF Plugin Controversy: A Battle for Control

The WordPress community is in an uproar following a controversial move by Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic (owner of WordPress.com) and a key figure behind WordPress.org. On October 12th, Mullenweg took an unprecedented step by forcibly replacing the popular Advanced … Continue reading

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The War on WordPress: WP Engine vs. Matt Mullenweg Heats Up (September 2024 Update)

The WordPress community has been rocked by a dramatic public feud between WP Engine, a leading managed WordPress hosting provider, and Matt Mullenweg, the co-founder of WordPress.org. This isn’t your typical software spat – it’s a full-blown battle with accusations, … Continue reading

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TikTok: A Balancing Act Between Popularity and Controversy

TikTok’s meteoric rise has made it a cultural phenomenon, but its Chinese ownership has raised significant concerns about data privacy and national security. These concerns have led to increasing scrutiny from US government officials, with the potential for a nationwide … Continue reading

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Brazil’s Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Musk’s X Platform

Brazil’s Supreme Court has confirmed the ongoing suspension of the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter. The unanimous decision by the justices ensures that the ban, which took effect in the early hours of Saturday, remains in force. … Continue reading

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