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WordPress Requests Removal of Non-Aligned Posts from WordCamp Organizers

Automattic, WordPress' parent company, has reportedly asked WordCamp Sydney organizers to delete posts about WP Engine and share social media credentials for future storage. These actions have rais...

AutomatticWP Engine's legal motion against Matt Mullenweg regarding WordPress resources and plugins.

WP Engine Seeks Court Order Against Matt Mullenweg for WordPress Resource Access

WP Engine has filed a motion against Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg to halt his campaign affecting their access to WordPress resources. The lawsuit claims Mullenweg's actions are causing significant...

AutomatticAutomattic resignation announcement regarding WordPress drama

Automattic Offers New Resignation Window Amid WordPress Controversy

Amid the ongoing WordPress drama, Automattic has provided employees another opportunity to resign with a 9-month buy-out offer. Employees can submit their resignation via direct message by October ...

37signalsMatt Mullenweg and David Heinemeier Hansson discussing technology and business growth in their debate.

Matt Mullenweg and David Heinemeier Hansson Engage in Respectful Debate

In a recent exchange, Matt Mullenweg addressed David Heinemeier Hansson's scaling challenges in a respectful debate. Mullenweg praised 37signals while questioning Hansson's growth. Hansson's respon...

AutomatticDavid Heinemeier Hansson discusses the impact of Automattic on open source.

The Impact of Automattic's Decisions on Open Source Software

David Heinemeier Hansson criticizes Automattic for creating arbitrary revenue demands that could harm the open source community. Highlighting the importance of fair contributions, he warns against ...

AutomatticLegal documents related to the WP Engine lawsuit against WordPress co-founder.

WP Engine Sues WordPress Co-founder Matt Mullenweg Over Trademark Dispute

In a legal battle intensifying within the WordPress community, WP Engine has initiated a lawsuit against co-founder Matt Mullenweg and Automattic for alleged libel and attempted extortion. The case...