Automattic demands rebrand of CSS framework over name similarity
Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, has issued a trademark complaint to developer Kevin Geary over his CSS framework, Automatic.css, citing potential brand confusion. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between open-source freedom and brand protection in the WordPress ecosystem.
Google Deprecates Practice Problem Structured Data in Search
Google is removing support for practice problem structured data in January 2026 as part of efforts to simplify Search. The change affects Search Console reports, the Rich Results Test, and structured data documentation.
Chrome to Warn Users Before Loading HTTP Sites Starting Next Year
Google Chrome will enable “Always Use Secure Connections” by default in October 2026, warning users before loading non-HTTPS sites. The update aims to close remaining web security gaps as HTTPS adoption plateaus around 95–99%.
Google Highlights Role of Digital PR in AI-Driven Search Recommendations
Google Search VP Robby Stein explains how AI search evaluates businesses, noting that PR mentions can help AI systems discover brands. He emphasizes that helpful, authoritative content and multimodal awareness remain key to ranking in the AI era.
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