WP Builds 409 – What just happened? Episode 3. Funding, acquisitions, legal and events
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Feb 13, 2025 
Rae Morey, the publisher of therepository.email, dives into the latest happenings in the WordPress ecosystem. They discuss the launch of the new PressConf event and the recent release of WordPress 6.7. The conversation also touches on Group One's acquisition of GTmetrix and the ongoing legal battle between Automattic and WP Engine. Additionally, Rae shares insights on community contributions, governance shifts, and even hints at innovative developments in quantum computing by Google. It's a lively discussion packed with industry updates!
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PressConf Launch
- Raquel Manriquez founded PressConf, a successor to the much-loved Pressnomics event.
- PressConf, held in Tempe, Arizona, fills a gap in the WordPress business community.
WordPress 6.7's Zoomed Out View
- WordPress 6.7 introduced the new "zoomed out" view for managing long-form content.
- This view simplifies design by allowing users to see entire layouts without scrolling.
Group 1 Acquires GTmetrix
- Group 1, owner of WP Rocket, acquired website performance testing platform GTmetrix.
- This acquisition provides WP Rocket a significant advantage through access to vast performance data.