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WordPress Co-Founder Warns Lawsuits Could “Force the Closure of WordPress.org”

The ongoing legal battle between WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg and hosting company WP Engine has escalated, with Mullenweg issuing a stark warning about the potential consequences: “The lawsuits will go years and could potentially bankrupt me or force the closure … Continue reading

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WordPress: A Fork in the Road? Automattic Cuts Back, Prioritizes Profits

Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, recently announced a significant reduction in its sponsored contributions to the core WordPress open source project. This move, driven by legal battles with competitor WP Engine and a stated desire for a “level playing field,” … Continue reading

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WordPress.org Announces Holiday Break Amidst Legal Battle with WP Engine

WordPress.org, the open-source platform powering millions of websites worldwide, has announced a temporary pause on several core services. This decision comes amidst an escalating legal dispute with web hosting giant WP Engine. The dispute centers around WP Engine’s use of … 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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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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