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WordPress

🌎 wordpress.com

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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WordPress - Latest News and Updates

• 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 has introduced an experimental editor to Android and fixed login issues related to Passkey usage.
• WordPress.org will pause free services like new account registrations and plug-in reviews, as announced by WordPress co-creator Matt Mullenweg.

• Zain Ul Abiddin has joined WordPress as a Happiness Engineer, previously serving as Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Fulu Studios in Pakistan.
• Ketan Niruke will discuss website speed issues and solutions at WordCamp Kolhapur, featuring WordPress.
• Ronnie Burt, Head of Gravatar at Automattic, shared that he purchased domain names for his kids through WordPress.com/domains as a unique Christmas gift.
• Nico Leyva, former relationship management leader at WordPress VIP, has left the company and is seeking new opportunities.

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