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WordCamp Europe 2026 Schedule Now Live, With New Extended Workshop Format
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordCamp Europe 2026 has released its full schedule, with a new extended workshop format and a dedicated education track two of the changes to this…
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WordPress.org Closes 31 Plugins After Backdoor Planted Across Flippa Portfolio
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Plugins Team has permanently closed 31 plugins and is exploring new AI-assisted defenses after a buyer who acquired the portfolio on Flippa planted…
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Matt Mullenweg Calls for Rethink on WordPress Contributions, Says Five for the Future Data Is “Worse Than Useless”
From therepository.email Source: Read More When agency owner Dinesh Jain asked WordCamp Asia’s Q&A panel how companies could best contribute to WordPress, core committers Peter Wilson and Sergey Biryukov gave…
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Matt Mullenweg Overrules Core Committers to Put Akismet on WordPress 7.0’s Connectors Screen
From therepository.email Source: Read More Matt Mullenweg has directed core committers to proceed with registering Automattic’s Akismet spam plugin on the new Connectors screen that’s shipping in WordPress 7.0, overruling…
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PressConf 2026 Recap: The Clarity That Comes From Challenge and Discomfort
From therepository.email Source: Read More I arrived in Tempe a couple of days before PressConf kicked off to shake off the jetlag, but the moment I finally checked into the…
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Podcasting 2.0: The Open Source Movement Reshaping How We Create and Consume Audio
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More This episode explores Podcasting 2.0, highlighting community-driven enhancements to RSS, the balance of distribution platforms, and evolving podcast formats. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
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WordCamp Asia 2026 Wraps Up in Mumbai With Record Attendance and a Fourth Flagship Announced
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordCamp Asia 2026 wrapped up on Saturday at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, bringing together 2,281 attendees for three days of contributor work,…
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The Imperative of Layered Security in Modern Web Hosting
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Cybersecurity within web hosting has never been more complex or urgent than it is now. The frequency and variety of attacks have increased dramatically, as…
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Open Channels FM and Keep It Open
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Bob introduces “Keep It Open,” a new initiative dedicated to supporting independent, honest conversations around the open web. He shares the importance…
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Matt Mullenweg Says “The Wheels Have Fallen Off” in Wide-Ranging WordPress Critique
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg has delivered a wide-ranging critique of the WordPress project, saying it has spent years doing damage to itself and calling out…
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Lessons from Two Decades of Open Source and the Social Internet
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, host Matthias Pfefferle chats with software engineer Will Norris, discussing his extensive contributions to open standards, federated identity, and open source, particularly…
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Collaborative Publishing in Modern WordPress
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Real-time collaboration in WordPress enhances team efficiency by allowing simultaneous editing, though initial limitations exist. Future improvements aim for smoother, scalable experiences. From openchannels.fm Source:…
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Decision to Build EmDash Came from Cloudflare CEO, Engineer Reveals
From therepository.email Source: Read More Matt Kane, the engineer behind EmDash, has revealed that the directive to build what Cloudflare’s calling the “spiritual successor to WordPress” came directly from CEO…
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Celebrating Community at WordCamp Asia 2026
From wordpress.org Source: Read More WordCamp Asia 2026 brought the global WordPress community to Mumbai, India, from April 9–11, gathering contributors, organizers, sponsors, speakers, and attendees at the Jio World…
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How AI Is Reshaping Release Communication in Open Source Projects
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More AI is revolutionizing release communication for open source projects by automating updates, enhancing clarity, and maintaining human oversight, ensuring effective information delivery. From openchannels.fm Source:…
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How Hosting Companies Empower Agencies Through Effective Partnerships
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Adam Weeks and Carrie Smaha discuss agency partner programs, emphasizing ongoing commissions, risk management, and building trust. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
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IndieWeb: Protocol or Philosophy?
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Matthias Pfefferle and Ryan Barrett discuss the Indie Web’s dual nature as both a philosophy and a protocol, emphasizing website ownership and the role of…
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The Admin Bar’s 2026 Agency Survey Shows Growth Slowing and Passive Marketing at Its Limit
From therepository.email Source: Read More The Admin Bar has released its 2026 State of the WordPress Agency Report, with results from 622 agency owners and freelancers pointing to a sector…
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The Platform That Never Works
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Adam Weeks discusses a partnership between Servebolt and Crowd Favorite, focusing on innovative enterprise solutions. The partnership aims to address complex technological…
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WordPress 7.0 Pre-Releases Paused Through April 17, New Schedule Due by April 22
From therepository.email Source: Read More Jonathan Desrosiers has published an update on the WordPress 7.0 delay, confirming pre-releases have been paused through April 17 and a revised release schedule will…
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Cloudflare Launches EmDash, WordPress Community Rejects “Spiritual Successor” Claim
From therepository.email Source: Read More Last week, Cloudflare launched EmDash, a new CMS it’s calling the “spiritual successor to WordPress” and, predictably, the provocative claim has drawn strong opinions as…
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How to Watch WordCamp Asia 2026 Live
From wordpress.org Source: Read More WordCamp Asia 2026 will be available to watch live across three days of streaming, making it easy for the global WordPress community to follow along…
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Professionalizing Pricing Models for Open Source CMS Businesses
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Dr. Christian Kurze discuss strategies for startups in open source CMS, emphasizing structured sales and sustainable monetization. From…
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Finding Balance: The Importance of Downtime at Conferences
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Conferences are hectic, but experts say taking breaks is key for success. Pausing helps recharge, absorb info, and connect meaningfully with others. Balance is everything!…
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Self-hosted WordPress Optimized Runtime on Docker (SWORD)
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In the CloudFest Hackathon, Jan Willem shared his team’s project, SWORD, a self-hosted control panel for WordPress, highlighting collaboration, technical challenges, and team spirit. From…
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WEB Responsibility Scanner
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Ekaterina Streltsova introduced the BEP Responsibility Scanner at CloudFest Hackathon, addressing web sustainability, accessibility issues, and legal compliance, emphasizing the need for open-source solutions. From…
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WP Plugin Insight
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Javier Casares and Mark Heijnen discuss WP Plugin Insight, a project enhancing WordPress plugin discovery through AI-driven analysis of compatibility, security, and translations. From openchannels.fm…
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From AI to Open Source at WordCamp Asia 2026
From wordpress.org Source: Read More April 9-11, 2026 | Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, India WordCamp Asia 2026 brings the WordPress community to Mumbai, India, from April 9 to 11,…
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FAIR Package Management for TYPO3
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Key figures from the FAIR TYPO3 hackathon discuss the platform-agnostic FAIR protocol, its integration with TYPO3, and advancements in digital goods distribution across multiple systems.…
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WordPress 7.0 Release Team Pauses Schedule to Finalize Real-Time Collaboration Database Table Design
From therepository.email Source: Read More Work on WordPress 7.0 is effectively on hold as the release team and core committers head into the Easter long weekend unsure about how to…
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PressConf Returns Next Week. Here’s What’s Bringing People Back.
From therepository.email Source: Read More Next week I’m heading back to Tempe, Arizona, for PressConf 2026, this time to moderate a panel on the hosting ecosystem featuring David Snead from…
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WordCamp Asia 2026 Set for Mumbai Next Week Without Live WordPress 7.0 Release
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordCamp Asia 2026 organizers have replaced plans to celebrate the live release of WordPress 7.0 on Contributor Day with a panel discussion and testing push,…
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Reducing Stress in Website Management
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Website managers face overwhelming tasks daily, necessitating prioritization, proactive communication, and streamlined processes to reduce mental load and ensure client satisfaction. From openchannels.fm Source: Read…
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WordCamp Asia 2027
From wordcamp.org Source: Read More Dates: April 9, 2027 – April 11, 2027 Location: Malaysia Venue: PWCC – Penang Waterfront Convention Centre Website: https://asia.wordcamp.org/2027/ From wordcamp.org Source: Read More
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Building Better Web Security Through Layered Strategies and Collaboration
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, host Adam Weeks discusses cybersecurity strategies with Andrew Killen, Aaron Campbell, and Mart Virkus, exploring the collaboration essential for addressing evolving cyber…
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Latest Jetpack Social Updates and the Return of X Integration for WordPress Users
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Derek Hanson chats with Devin Walker about Jetpack Social updates, including interface redesign, Twitter integration, AI features, and upcoming WordPress 7.0 enhancements…
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SWORD Wins CloudFest Hackathon 2026
From therepository.email Source: Read More SWORD, a self-hosted WordPress control panel built on Docker, has taken the top prize at CloudFest Hackathon 2026, the ninth edition of the annual event…
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Matt Mullenweg Calls for WordPress 7.0 Delay to Introduce Database Table for Real-Time Collaboration
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg has called for a delay to WordPress 7.0, putting an end to plans for a live release during Contributor Day at…
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TestAlly for Developers
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The Hackathon team discusses their AI tool, TestAlly, focusing on improving accessibility for developers while enhancing collaboration and business benefits. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
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The Case for Connecting Decentralized Networks
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The discussion emphasizes the complexity of creating a universal decentralized social network, highlighting the importance of innovation, competition, and building bridges between differing protocols. From…