Matt Mullenweg tells (trolls?) Automattic staff, saying he’s back in control after CEO ouster
In a Slack message seen by TechCrunch, Matt Mullenweg told Automattic employees he’s back in control of the company, days after its board put him on leave. Automattic has not yet confirmed the apparent reversal.
The drama unfolding at Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, is a significant development in the AI and agent economy space. Matt Mullenweg's return to control, if confirmed, would be a crucial change given his role as the founder of WordPress, which powers over 40% of the web. This move could have implications for the company's future direction, particularly in terms of its approach to AI and automation.
The power struggle at Automattic comes at a time when the company is navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and agent-based technologies. As a major player in the content creation and management space, Automattic's decisions on AI integration and strategy will have far-reaching consequences for the broader industry. With Mullenweg at the helm, the company may prioritize certain AI initiatives or approaches that could shape the future of content creation and management.
What's next to watch is whether Automattic will officially confirm Mullenweg's return to control and what this means for the company's product roadmap and AI strategy. Additionally, it will be interesting to see how this development affects the company's relationships with its users, partners, and the broader WordPress community. As the situation unfolds, AppNewsletter will be keeping a close eye on any further updates and analyzing their implications for the AI and agent economy.
Originally reported by techcrunch.com. AppNewsletter adds analysis for ai & agent economy readers.