WordPress Parent Company Sued for Blocking Third-Party Service Provider
2025-02-27
Automattic, the parent company of WordPress, is accused of breaching its promise of 'forever free' access by blocking the third-party service provider, WPE, leading to significant losses for WPE's clients. WPE alleges that Automattic abused its trademark rights by cutting off access to software updates, security patches, and plugins, and attempted to poach its customers. This has caused a major controversy, with WPE filing a lawsuit claiming Automattic's actions constitute fraud and unfair competition, harming the internet ecosystem.
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