WP Builds 409 – What just happened? Episode 3. Funding, acquisitions, legal and events
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Feb 13, 2025 
Rae Morey, the publisher of therepository.email, dives into the latest happenings in the WordPress ecosystem. They discuss the launch of the new PressConf event and the recent release of WordPress 6.7. The conversation also touches on Group One's acquisition of GTmetrix and the ongoing legal battle between Automattic and WP Engine. Additionally, Rae shares insights on community contributions, governance shifts, and even hints at innovative developments in quantum computing by Google. It's a lively discussion packed with industry updates!
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Group 1 Acquires GTmetrix
- Group 1, owner of WP Rocket, acquired website performance testing platform GTmetrix.
- This acquisition provides WP Rocket a significant advantage through access to vast performance data.
World Host Group Acquires A2 Hosting
- World Host Group, a young hosting company, acquired A2 Hosting, raising community concerns.
- This acquisition sparks discussion about potential impacts on A2 Hosting's support and services.
Temporary Shutdown of WordPress.org Services
- Matt Mullenweg temporarily shut down several WordPress.org services, including new plugin submissions.
- This unexpected move sparked concerns and speculation about the platform's future.