WP Engine sues Automattic and WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg

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Hosting provider WP Engine has filed a lawsuit against Automattic and WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg, accusing them of extortion and abuse of power.

The lawsuit comes after nearly two weeks of tussling between Mullenweg, who is also CEO of Automattic, and WP Engine over trademark infringement and contributing to the WordPress community.

Two days later, Mullenweg provided a temporary reprieve and unblocked WP Engine until October 1.

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Author / Journalist: Ivan Mehta

Category: Technology

Markets: United StatesIndia

Topics: Startups Matt mullenweg Automattic WordPress Wp engine

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Published On: 2024-10-03 @ 03:15:10 (11 hours ago)

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