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

WordPress may close

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 of WordPress.org."

This statement, made public via social media, underscores the gravity of the situation and has raised significant concerns within the WordPress community. The conflict stems from Mullenweg's attempts to restrict WP Engine's access to certain WordPress resources, which

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

Automattic cuts back on contributions to WordPress open-source project
Automattic blog post, "Aligning Automattic’s Sponsored Contributions to WordPress"

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," has sent shockwaves through the WordPress community. But beyond the legal wrangling, this decision raises a critical question: Will this shift in focus jeopardize the long-term stability and innovation of

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