WordPress | News, Hiring, Layoffs, Competitors, CEO, Fundraising Insights
WordPress.com is a hosted version of the open-source WordPress software, providing users with tools to build websites, sell online,...
WordPress.com is a hosted version of the open-source WordPress software, providing users with tools to build websites, sell online, and publish content. It is part of Automattic, a software development company that offers various products including WooCommerce, Jetpack, and Tumblr. WordPress.com is known for its user-friendly features, security, and support, making it a popular choice for bloggers and businesses alike.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, US
Size
1001-5000 employees
Industry
Software Development
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🛍️ WordPress Product and Pricing News
- WordPress has introduced style variations and additional features for the Issue theme, available with the Premium plan or for free trial.
- WordPress has added a feature to automatically share blog posts to major social networks.
- WordPress introduced a new feature called 'WHY ALT TEXT MATTERS' to enhance image accessibility and SEO.
- WordPress has launched a new course for designers on Learn WordPress as of December 26, 2024.
- WordPress.org has temporarily suspended free services like plugin and theme submissions due to a legal dispute with WP Engine, as announced by owner Matt Mullenweg on December 20.
- WordPress's Jetpack app has been updated to version 25.5, featuring TikTok embeds in the reader, improved search, smoother post loading, and a new login process for WordPress.com.
- WordPress is integrating essential commerce features into WooCommerce's core to enhance its platform for builder-supported stores in 2025.
- WordPress's Tumblr has launched a new Communities feature to help brands connect with people through shared interests.
👔 WordPress CEO, Management and Leadership Team
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Chief Customer Officer
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Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)
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Chief of Staff[email protected]
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Chief of Staff[email protected]
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Chief Legal Officer[email protected]
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Chief Financial Officer[email protected]
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Vice President of Marketing[email protected]
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CEO of Automattic; Co-founder, WordPress[email protected]
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CEO, WordPress VIP[email protected]
⚔️ WordPress Alternatives and Competitors
- Shopify |
- Wix |
- Squarespace |
- Webflow |
- Duda |
- Drupal |
- Hubspot |
- Ghost |
- Weebly |
- Joomla |
- Magento Open Source |
- Gator by HostGator |
- PageCloud |
- Storyblok |
- Sanity |
- Strapi |
- Contentful |
- Prismic
💼 WordPress Hiring and Layoffs
- Andy Missan joined WordPress as Chief Legal Officer in the United States, previously holding the same position at Automattic.
- Caron Macmillan has joined WordPress as Chief People Officer in Greater London, England, United Kingdom, previously holding the same position at Automattic.
- Marialuisa Portaluppi has joined WordPress as a Partner in the Greater Milan Metropolitan Area, previously holding the same position at Automattic.
- Jennifer Hydorn joined WordPress as Executive Assistant to CEO, Matt Mullenweg in the United States, previously holding the same position at Automattic.
- WordPress executive director Josepha Haden Chomphosy resigned amidst a legal dispute involving Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg.
- Cris Busquets has been promoted to Head of Design at WordPress.com as of late December 2024.
- James LePage has joined WordPress as AI Lead in the United States, previously serving as Founder at WPAI Inc.
- Naoko Takano has left WordPress as Head of Programs & Contributor Experience in Japan to join AltX Research as Project Manager.
🤖 WordPress Developer, Integration and Automation News
- WordPress's Gravatar has partnered with Identity Digital Inc. and Nova Registry to offer free domain names for one year, which can be used as Bluesky handles.
📈 WordPress Financials, Fundraising and Valuation News
- Automattic has acquired WPAI, a startup that creates AI products for WordPress, and plans to integrate their solutions into the WordPress ecosystem.
- WordPress, through its parent company Automattic, acquired Harper, a grammar checker for developers, and welcomed its creator Elijah Potter.
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