Automattic vs WP Engine: WordPress Fight

Automattic files counterclaims against WP Engine in WordPress lawsuit, alleging trademark misuse and bad faith.
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Automattic vs WP Engine: WordPress Fight
Automattic Files Counterclaims Against WP Engine in WordPress Lawsuit, Alleging Trademark Misuse Automattic files counterclaims against WP Engine in WordPress lawsuit, alleging trademark misuse and deceptive marketing practices. The move intensifies a long-running feud between the two companies over brand integrity, licensing rights, and the true stewardship of the WordPress ecosystem. Image : Google On Friday, WordPress.com owner Automattic formally filed its counterclaims in response to WP Engine’s October 2024 lawsuit, which had accused Automattic and CEO Matt Mullenweg of defamation and abuse of power. Automattic argues that WP Engine has repeatedly violated WordPress trademark guidelines while misleading customers about its role in supporting open-source development. Automattic Alleges Trademark Abuse and Deceptive Branding According to Automattic, WP Engine has been “abusing the WordPress trademark” and misleading users through branding choices that go beyond fair use. The company po…