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Nov 17 2024
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WP Engine Amplifies Legal Battle Against Automattic and Matt Mullenweg

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The legal clash between WP Engine (WPE) and Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, has taken a sharp turn, with WP Engine escalating its federal lawsuit. The updated complaint centers on a controversial website—WP Engine Tracker—which WPE claims exposes customer data, undermines its business, and leaves its clients vulnerable to cybercrime. Why WP Engine is Taking Legal Action WP Engine accuses Automattic and its CEO, Matt Mullenweg, of creating and promoting…
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Nov 10 2024
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WPGraphQL to Become Canonical WordPress Plugin with Automattic’s Backing

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WPGraphQL, a popular plugin that brings powerful GraphQL functionality to WordPress sites, is gaining a new level of endorsement within the WordPress ecosystem. Its creator, Jason Bahl, recently joined Automattic, aligning WPGraphQL with WordPress’s parent company and positioning it to become an official “canonical plugin” on WordPress.org. What is WPGraphQL? WPGraphQL introduces a GraphQL API for WordPress, allowing developers to query WordPress data more efficiently and flexibly compared to traditional…
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Nov 10 2024
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Cloudflare Temporarily Blocks Automattic’s WP Engine Tracker Site for Phishing Concerns

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Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, recently found its WP Engine Tracker website blocked by Cloudflare, flagged as a "suspected phishing" site. This temporary block sent ripples through the WordPress community, particularly on Reddit, where some users enthusiastically cheered Cloudflare’s move. Adding a twist to the story, a new domain similar to Automattic's site—WPEngineTracker.com—was registered, sparking even more interest. Background on Automattic's WP Engine Tracker Site Automattic, believed to be operating…
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Nov 08 2024
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WP Engine Files for Preliminary Injunction in Battle Over WordPress Access

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Date Filed: October 18, 2024 Hearing Scheduled: November 26, 2024, Northern California court WP Engine, a prominent website hosting platform, has officially filed a preliminary injunction seeking to regain access to WordPress.org, citing what it claims to be retaliatory actions by WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg and his company, Automattic. The hosting company alleges that it has been denied access to key resources, affecting its ability to serve customers and maintain…
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Nov 07 2024
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Jetpack 13.9.1: Essential Security Update to Fix Contact Form Vulnerability

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Jetpack has just rolled out version 13.9.1 to address a critical security flaw in its Contact Form feature—a vulnerability present since 2016. This newly patched flaw could have allowed logged-in users on a website to access private information from form submissions, posing a risk for unauthorized data exposure. Discovery and Immediate Action The issue came to light during an internal security audit by the Jetpack team, who quickly joined forces…
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Nov 06 2024
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Automattic and Matt Mullenweg Request Dismissal of Major Claims in WP Engine Lawsuit

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In a recent legal battle between Automattic and WP Engine, Automattic, founded by WordPress co-creator Matt Mullenweg, is pushing back against claims that it has unfairly restricted WP Engine's access to WordPress resources. Here's a breakdown of what's happening, why it matters, and what each side is arguing. Background of the Dispute On October 18, 2024, WP Engine, a managed WordPress hosting provider, filed a lawsuit against Automattic in a…
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Nov 06 2024
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WordPress Expands Code of Conduct to Address Private Conversations, Sparking Community Debate

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WordPress has taken a significant step to strengthen privacy protections within its community by updating its Code of Conduct. The platform, which powers nearly half of all websites globally, aims to maintain a respectful and inclusive space for users, contributors, and developers alike. In a recent announcement, Automattic’s Marketing Lead, Nicholas Garofalo, confirmed that WordPress now considers publishing private messages without consent a violation of its Community Code of Conduct.…
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Nov 04 2024
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Executive Director of WordPress Resigns: Reflecting on Leadership and Community Amidst Turmoil

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Josepha Haden Chomphosy, the Executive Director of the WordPress Project, has officially stepped down from her position, marking the end of a nine-year journey that saw her grow as a leader and advocate for the open-source community. The announcement follows a period of tension within the WordPress ecosystem, highlighted by recent legal and organizational challenges. Reflecting on Her Tenure and the Future In her farewell blog post, Chomphosy maintained an…
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Nov 01 2024
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Matt Mullenweg and Automattic Respond to WP Engine Lawsuit: What’s Really Behind the Dispute?

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The legal feud between WP Engine and Automattic, WordPress’s parent company, has taken a new turn. In a recent motion to dismiss WP Engine's lawsuit, Matt Mullenweg and Automattic present a detailed counterargument, emphasizing that WP Engine, not Automattic, may be causing harm within the WordPress ecosystem. Here's a closer look at what’s at stake in this high-profile tech dispute. Background of the Case At the core of the dispute,…
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