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When Giants Fall: What Movable Type’s Demise Teaches Us About WordPress’s Future

It’s hard to believe now, but there was a time when Movable Type dominated the blogging world. Before WordPress rose to prominence, Movable Type was the go-to platform for anyone who wanted a professional blogging experience. And yet, despite its … Continue reading

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Forking WordPress: A Path to Stability or an Opportunity to Rebuild?

WordPress has been a very popular open source website builder, powering more than 40% of all websites globally. Its open-source nature, vast plugin ecosystem, and ease of use have made it the go-to choice for businesses, bloggers, and developers alike. … Continue reading

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Mullenweg’s Grip On WordPress Challenged In New Court Filing

A recent Motion to Intervene filed in the WP Engine lawsuit against Automattic and Matt Mullenweg has brought significant attention to the governance of WordPress. The motion, submitted by Michael Willman, a WordPress web developer and moderator of the r/WPDrama … Continue reading

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WordPress: Navigating Uncertainty Amidst Growing Interest in Alternatives

WordPress has long reigned as the dominant content management system (CMS), powering a significant portion of the web. However, recent months have witnessed a renewed surge in searches for “WordPress alternatives” on Google Trends, coinciding with a period of significant … Continue reading

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