WordPress War: Automattic Faces Class Action Lawsuit
Automattic and founder Matt Mullenweg might get hit with a class action lawsuit, accusing them of abusing their control over WordPress to disrupt contracts. The case could cover anyone in the U.S. with an active WPE hosting plan from September 24 to December 10, 2024. The lawsuit claims Automattic’s tactics could set a dangerous precedent—blocking access to open-source software whenever companies don’t pay up. If true, this isn’t just a tech fight; it’s about the internet’s future.