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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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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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Why Some Plugin Developers Are Pulling Out of the WordPress.org Repository

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Recently, the WordPress plugin ecosystem saw significant shifts as several well-known plugin developers decided to remove their plugins from the WordPress.org repository. This wave of departures follows controversies around the takeover of the Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin, and concerns about WordPress.org's governance and transparency. Here’s what’s happening and what it means for users. Gravity PDF Leaves WordPress.org Gravity PDF, a popular plugin used by over 50,000 sites, announced it’s…
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Nov 07 2024
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WordPress Splits from ACF Plugin with New Fork ‘Secure Custom Fields’: Here’s What You Need to Know

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WordPress recently announced a new chapter for one of its most popular plugins, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), with a forked version called Secure Custom Fields (SCF). The fork, led by WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg, marks a significant development for plugin users and web developers alike. Let’s break down what happened, why it matters, and what you need to know if you’re using ACF on your site. What Happened? The WordPress…
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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 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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