Crossword Perspectives with Mary Hubbard
Aug 7, 2025
Mary Hubbard, the Executive Director of the WordPress project, delves into captivating discussions about the open versus closed web. She shares insights on how WordPress can learn from TikTok’s engagement strategies. The importance of digital literacy in the age of AI takes center stage, highlighting how we can navigate evolving technology responsibly. The conversation also touches on reconnecting communities post-COVID, the enduring value of human connections, and the impact of AI on creativity and online interactions.
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TikTok Shop's Social Commerce Insight
- TikTok Shop is innovating retail by blending social interaction with commerce, creating 'unintended shopping'.- This approach targets the next generation's shifting shopping habits, distinct from traditional e-commerce.
Evolving Access to the Open Web
- The open web remains foundational but is accessed through evolving platforms like Google, social media, and soon AI.- Society must adapt to new access methods while valuing personal identity and connection on the web.
WordCamp Community Beyond WordPress
- Many WordCamp Sydney attendees no longer work in WordPress but return because of the community.- This highlights WordCamp as a place for meaningful human connection beyond the platform itself.
