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WordPress Under Fire: Trademark Tensions
This chapter explores the recent tensions within the WordPress ecosystem following WP Engine's acquisition by Silver Lake. It highlights criticisms from Automatic regarding WP Engine's contributions to open-source efforts and the complexities of trademark ownership in this context. The conversation reveals broader frustrations within the open-source community over commercialization, governance, and the balance between access and corporate responsibility.