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

Matt Mullenweg, founder of WordPress

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The Myth of the WordPress Overthrow

There have been whispers and rumors online about the possibility of WordPress overthrowing its founder and CEO, Matt Mullenweg. These discussions often stem from concerns about the direction of the platform, its governance, or perceived power dynamics. However, a closer examination of the situation reveals

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