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Tag Archives: automattic
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
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
A Weird Twist in the WordPress Saga: Pineapple pizza checkbox
Matt Mullenweg, the co-founder of Automattic, recently found himself at the center of an unusual legal dispute with WP Engine. This legal battle has led to a peculiar new requirement on WordPress.org: a checkbox asking users to confirm that “Pineapple … Continue reading
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
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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