New Social Web Foundation Launched with Automattic’s Support   – WP Tavern

[ad_1] The Social Web Foundation was officially launched on September 24, 2024, with a mission to foster a “growing, healthy, financially viable, and multi-polar Fediverse.” This non-profit organization is spearheaded by Evan Prodromou (Research Director), Mallory Knodel (Executive Director), and Tom Coates (Product Director) and is dedicated to uniting social networks through the open standard […]

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Top Speakers and Sessions at WordCamp US 2024 – Portland’s Must-Attend Event

[ad_1] WordCamp US 2024 is right around the corner, and this year’s list of speakers is bigger and more impressive than ever. Taking place over three days from September 17–20 at the Oregon Convention Center in vibrant Portland, Oregon, the annual WordPress community gathering boasts a jam-packed schedule full of unmissable demonstrations, presentations, and workshops. […]

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WordPress Enforces Plugin Check and 2FA for New Plugin Submissions – WP Tavern

[ad_1] Security Review Lead Chris Christoff has announced two new changes for the WordPress Plugin Directory, effective from October 1, 2024. These changes aim to enhance plugin directory security and promote best practices among plugin developers. Mandatory Two-Factor Authentication As of October 1, 2024, all plugin owners and committers must enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to […]

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WordCamp US 2024 Kicks Off On September 17!

[ad_1] Hey there, WordPress fans! I am checking in today to let you know that WordCamp US 2024 is about to kick off! (I shared a word or two about the event the previous week here.) The event starts on September 17 (Tuesday) with Contributor Day, which gives in-person attendees/contributors a chance to collaborate. September […]

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Matt Mullenweg’s Ecosystem Thinking for Open Source Success  – WP Tavern

[ad_1] WordCamp US 2024 is in full swing, and Matt Mullenweg, co-founder of WordPress, shared his thoughts on a powerful philosophy driving Open Source.  Ecosystem Thinking Mullenweg introduced the concept of “Ecosystem Thinking,”  a philosophy that drives successful collaborative projects.  “Actual Open Source licenses are the law that guarantees freedom, the bulwark against authoritarianism. But […]

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