Open Source

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Nov
Expanding the Awesome Lists Universe: 48 New Additions and 6 Fresh Categories

Expanding the Awesome Lists Universe: 48 New Additions and 6 Fresh Categories

Discover 48 new Awesome Lists and 6 fresh categories, including AI, cryptocurrency, databases, decentralized systems, media, and travel. Explore curated resources, tools, and frameworks to enhance your projects, from deep learning to travel hacking. Join the Awesome Lists community today!
5 min read
22
Oct
Mullenweg Faces Backlash Over First Amendment Claims

Mullenweg Faces Backlash Over First Amendment Claims

Matt Mullenweg, WordPress co-founder, claims WP Engine tried to infringe on his First Amendment rights, sparking backlash on social media. Critics corrected his understanding of free speech and accused him of hypocrisy, highlighting the limits of free speech in private disputes.
3 min read
09
Oct
WordPress Welcomes New Executive Director Amid Mixed Reactions

WordPress Welcomes New Executive Director Amid Mixed Reactions

WordPress announces Mary Hubbard as the new Executive Director of WordPress.org, following leadership changes and controversy. Social media reactions have been mixed, reflecting recent tensions within the WordPress community and ongoing legal disputes between Automattic and WP Engine.
2 min read
05
Oct
Executive Director of WordPress Resigns Amid Internal Turmoil

Executive Director of WordPress Resigns Amid Internal Turmoil

Josepha Haden Chomphosy resigns as Executive Director of WordPress, marking the end of her nine-year tenure. Her departure follows internal conflicts within the WordPress community, including a lawsuit against co-founder Matt Mullenweg. Learn more about the impact of her resignation.
2 min read
05
Oct
8% of Automattic Employees Opt to Resign Amid Voluntary Severance Offer

8% of Automattic Employees Opt to Resign Amid Voluntary Severance Offer

Automattic sees 8.4% of employees resign after a voluntary severance offer from CEO Matt Mullenweg. Despite some high-profile departures, including long-term contributors, Mullenweg remains optimistic about the company’s future, focusing on those who chose to stay and continue Automattic’s mission.
3 min read
03
Oct
WP Engine Sues WordPress Co-Founder Matt Mullenweg and Automattic, Alleging Extortion

WP Engine Sues WordPress Co-Founder Matt Mullenweg and Automattic, Alleging Extortion

WP Engine files a federal lawsuit against WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg and Automattic, alleging extortion and trademark infringement. The case could impact the future of WordPress and its open source ecosystem, raising concerns about transparency and governance within the platform.
3 min read
27
Sep
WordPress Grants Temporary Reprieve to WP Engine Users Amid Ongoing Dispute

WordPress Grants Temporary Reprieve to WP Engine Users Amid Ongoing Dispute

WordPress has temporarily lifted the block on WP Engine users, allowing access to plugin and theme updates until October 1st amid a dispute over licensing fees. WP Engine must now implement a solution to avoid further disruption, as both companies navigate the future of their partnership.
3 min read
27
Sep
Yoast Co-Founder Proposes a WordPress Contributor Board

Yoast Co-Founder Proposes a WordPress Contributor Board

Yoast co-founder Joost de Valk proposes a WordPress Contributor Board to promote transparency, fair contributions, and stakeholder representation within the community. His vision aims to sustain the open source ecosystem by encouraging companies to reinvest and collaborate for WordPress’s future.
3 min read
26
Sep
WordPress Bans WP Engine Customers Over Trademark Dispute

WordPress Bans WP Engine Customers Over Trademark Dispute

WordPress has blocked WP Engine from accessing plugins and themes, impacting thousands of websites. The ban stems from a trademark dispute between WordPress co-creator Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine. The move has sparked frustration within the tech community and concerns about the future of WordPress.
3 min read
23
Sep
WP Engine Files Lawsuit Against WordPress, Automattic, and Matt Mullenweg

WP Engine Files Lawsuit Against WordPress, Automattic, and Matt Mullenweg

WP Engine has filed a lawsuit against WordPress, Automattic, and Matt Mullenweg over trademark disputes. Automattic is countersuing, with both sides accusing the other of harmful conduct within the WordPress community. Learn more about this escalating legal battle and its potential impact.
2 min read