-
WordPress.com Launches AI-Powered Website Builder
Built on Gutenberg and powered by AI agents, Automattic’s new tool offers a conversational entry point to the WordPress experience.
·
-
Automattic Cuts 16% of Workforce in Latest Round of Layoffs Amid Legal and Internal Turmoil
The surprise layoffs have hit around 280 employees across 90 countries. Former employees say trust has eroded as confidence in Mullenweg’s leadership fades.
·
-
Why I’m Heading to Arizona for the First-Ever PressConf
The sessions are off the record, the lineup is stacked, and the connections could be game-changing. Here’s why I’m making the trip.
·
-
Newfold Digital Slashes WordPress Contributions to 20 Hours Per Week
Newfold has cut its Five for the Future pledge across its three WordPress brands—Yoast, YITH and Bluehost—from 329 hours per week to just 20.
·
-
Who Leads WordPress Businesses? The Data Confirms It’s (Still) Not Women
Six months on, a report on gender inequality in WordPress business leadership highlights systemic barriers that keep women out—and a culture that resists change.
·
-
Automattic Hit With Class Action Over WP Engine Dispute, Accused of Anti-Competitive Tactics
Ryan Keller, who runs Ohio-based cybersecurity business SecureSight, has filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of “hundreds of thousands” of WP Engine customers in the United States.
·
-
WP Publisher Success Week Returns With Insights on WordPress Migrations and AI
Back for its second year from February 24-28, the free virtual event will bring together media and publishing professionals to share strategies for sustainable growth, editorial efficiency, and navigating change.
·
-
Woo Unveils Brand Refresh
Announcing the “glow-up” on the Woo blog, Chief Marketing Officer Tamara Niesen said the new look resulted from a “ton of collaboration” across the company aimed at making Woo stand out from its competitors.
·
-
Festinger Vault Returns After Settling Legal Dispute with Automattic
Festinger Vault’s founder Martin Groot says the controversial GPL club is “back and better than ever.”
·
-
Gibson Dunn Takes Over Automattic’s Legal Defense as WP Engine Lawsuit Escalates
Neal Katyal and his firm Hogan Lovells have filed notices of withdrawal with the United States District Court, confirming they are no longer representing Automattic and Mullenweg.
·
-
Joost de Valk and Marieke van de Rakt Announce Nonprofit Plans After Acquiring Post Status
The acquisition includes the Post Status brand, website, Slack account, and other related assets, which have been transferred to a new nonprofit foundation in the Netherlands.
·
-
GoDaddy Announces $520,000 Donation to The WP Community Collective
GoDaddy’s significant donation will help finance The WPCC’s operations, programs and promotions within the greater WordPress community.
·
