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In this week’s episode of The WP Week Podcast, we unpack major developments from the WordPress ecosystem and beyond. WordPress 6.8 Release Candidate 1 is out, bringing accessibility improvements, REST API enhancements, and translation readiness ahead of the April 15 launch. We also cover WooCommerce 9.8 RC, global sponsorship announcements, and serious plugin vulnerabilities impacting thousands of...

In this week’s episode of The WP Week Podcast, we cover the latest WordPress updates, security news, and community highlights. We discuss the upcoming WP Engine vs. Automattic trial, WordPress 6.8 Beta 3’s new features, and major security patches for Next.js and popular WordPress plugins. Plus, we dive into key SEO changes from Google, exciting new WordPress projects, and business updates from Upd...

This week on The WP Week Podcast, we cover significant developments in the WordPress ecosystem, including Newfold Digital’s drastic reduction in its Five for the Future pledge from 329 hours to just 20, impacting contributions from Yoast and YITH. WordPress 6.8 Beta 2 has been released, introducing a new function for streamlined block registration and enhanced internationalization. WooCommerce 9.8...

This week on The WP Week Podcast , we cover major developments in the WordPress ecosystem, including a privacy controversy involving Jetpack tracking search history, WordPress securing new trademarks for “Managed WordPress” and “Hosted WordPress,” and the release of WordPress 6.8 Beta 1 with a powerful new feature—Speculative Loading for faster page speeds. We also discuss changes to WordPress sup...

In this episode of The WP Week , we dive into the latest news and updates from the WordPress ecosystem. The legal battle between WP Engine and Automattic heats up, with new court filings and speculation about Automattic’s revenue challenges. We explore how over 50,000 websites have migrated away from WP Engine and what this means for the community. We also cover exciting developments around Intern...

In this episode of The WP Week, we cover major developments in the WordPress ecosystem, from halted trademark applications and WordPress 6.8’s new security enhancements to WooCommerce updates and the latest plugin vulnerabilities. We also dive into the upcoming WP:25 virtual conference, Tumblr’s move to the fediverse, and Shopify’s explosive growth. 🔹 Sponsor Shoutout: - Omnisend – Top-rated emai...

In this episode of The WP Week, we cover the latest drama and developments in the WordPress ecosystem. Matt Mullenweg bars Joost de Valk from speaking at WordCamp Asia, Ric Johnson’s domain transfer story resurfaces, and WordPress 6.8’s roadmap is revealed. We also dive into WooCommerce’s rebranding, critical security patches, and upcoming community events. This episode is sponsored by: - Omnisend...

In this episode of The WP Week , we break down the latest updates in the WordPress ecosystem. From major changes in WordCamp sponsorship policies to the ongoing WP Engine legal battle, we’ve got all the key stories. We also cover plugin security patches, hosting acquisitions, AI-driven search updates, and upcoming WordPress events. This episode is sponsored by: - Omnisend : A top-rated email &...

In this week’s episode of The WP Week Podcast , we dive into the latest developments in the WordPress ecosystem. From the ongoing legal drama between WP Engine and Automattic to new plugin updates, cybersecurity concerns, and accessibility improvements, we've got you covered. Plus, hear about the latest in community news, including WordCamp Asia scholarships and new product launches like the A...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the dramatic developments within the WordPress community, including Matt Mullenweg's challenge to fork WordPress, Automattic's significant reduction in contribution hours, and the dissolution of the WordPress Sustainability Team. We also...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the latest news and insights, including Joost de Valk's call for a more democratic WordPress, Morten Rand-Hendriksen's vision for the future, and the ongoing debates on theme creativity and governance. We also cover recent releases like...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we cover a range of exciting news and insights, including WP Engine's legal victory, highlights from the State of the Word 2024, and quirky updates from WordPress.org. We also discuss the latest performance enhancements in WordPress 6.7, new off-boar...

️ The WP Week Podcast - Your go-to source for the latest in WordPress and web security! This week, we cover exciting updates from the WordPress Core team, new features in the Gutenberg plugin, and crucial security patches for popular plugins like WPForms. Plus, learn about the latest accessibility scores, upcoming WordPress events, and much more. Sponsors: • 20i: Next-gen WordPress hosting with in...

Welcome to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to podcast for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we cover the latest developments, including the ongoing legal battle between WP Engine and Automattic, DreamHost's removal from WordPress.org’s recommended hosting page, and Mary Hubbard's first call as the new executive director of WordPress. We also di...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the escalating Automattic-WP Engine dispute, the release of WordPress 6.7.1, and the exciting new features in Gutenberg 19.7. We also cover Google's 2025 Ads API roadmap, the latest security patches, and significant acquisitions in the t...

Welcome back to The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in WordPress and web security! In this episode, we dive into the release of WordPress 6.7 "Rollins," discuss the recent WordPress.org outage, and explore the ongoing WP Engine lawsuit against Automattic. We also cover exciting news about the upcoming State of the Word 2024, new theme previews, and significant security patches fo...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we cover the launch of WordPress Engine Tracker by Automattic, the upcoming release of WordPress 6.7, and the new features in Gutenberg 19.6. We also discuss the latest security updates, including Wordfence's new Audit Log and a recent vulnerability...

In this episode of The WP Week, we dive into the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. From legal battles involving Automattic and WP Engine to exciting product launches and community initiatives, we've got it all covered. Tune in to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of WordPress and web technologies. Today's episode is proudly sponsored by: • 20i : The next-gen WordPr...

Welcome back to The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we cover Automattic's response to WP Engine's motion, the blocking of Delicious Brains' plugin updates, and Matt Mullenweg's controversial message to Jason Coleman. We also discuss the release of WordPress 6.7 RC1, Gutenberg 19.5 enhancements, and the pause on SWAG shi...

Stay updated with the latest in WordPress and web security! This week, we cover the ongoing legal battles involving WP Engine and Automattic, new update mechanisms for WP Engine plugins, and WordPress's expanded Code of Conduct. Plus, exciting features in the upcoming WordPress 6.7 release, community news, and critical security patches. Sponsors: • 20i : Next-gen WordPress hosting with integrated...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we cover significant leadership changes at WordPress.org and WordPress.com, the release of WordPress 6.7 Beta 3, and exciting new features in Gutenberg 19.4. We also discuss the WordPress Community Team's call for new members, the latest security upd...

The WP Week Podcast: Stay ahead in the world of WordPress and web security with our latest episode! We cover significant leadership changes, exciting new features, and important community developments. Highlights include: • Josepha Haden Chomphosy steps down as Executive Director of WordPress. • WP GraphQL's transition to a canonical community plugin. • WordPress 6.7 Beta 2 release and new securit...

Welcome to The WP Week Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the latest WordPress and web security updates, including WP Engine's recent ban, Gutenberg 19.3 features, and WordPress 6.7 Beta 1. We also cover community events, security news, and exciting plugin releases. Sponsors: 20i : Next-gen WordPress hosting with integrated WP Manager, staging, cloning, and cache. Omnisend : Top-rated email &a...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security! This week, we dive into the highlights from WordCamp US 2024, including Matt Mullenweg's introduction of 'Ecosystem Thinking' and the ensuing controversy with WP Engine. We also cover the latest releases, including WordPress 6.6.2 and Gutenberg 19.2, and discuss new...

Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the upcoming WordPress 6.7 release, the latest security enhancements, and community news. We also cover critical plugin vulnerabilities and exciting new plugins and tools for developers. 🦸‍♂️ Sponsored by: MotoPress : Versatile Appointm...