The WP Week by WP-CONTENT.CO – Weekly News from WordPress Ecosystem!

In this episode, we cover the release of WordPress 6.8.3, a crucial security update fixing two critical vulnerabilities, and a major policy change from WordPress Community Support after misuse of WordCamp funds. Higher education partnerships expand with Fidélitas University’s WordPress Campus Connect, while Gutenberg 21.8 introduces the much-anticipated “hide block” option and updates ahead of…

This week’s episode dives into the release of FAIR 1.0, marking a major milestone in decentralized WordPress package management by enabling installs from WordPress.org, independent sources, and mirrors. We also cover Gutenberg 21.7’s new features, WordPress VIP’s GovRAMP and TX-RAMP certifications, and BuddyPress security updates. On the business front, Newfold Digital sells Markmonitor, Pagely partners…

This week, we unpack the launch of the new Core Program Team, designed to improve coordination across Core and help contributors work more effectively together. WordPress Credits is calling for new mentors, WordCamp US 2025 highlights contributor onboarding and decision-making, and after eight years, WordPress.org services finally have full IPv6 support. WordPress 6.9 introduces stronger…

In this episode, we dive into the latest shifts and stories shaping the WordPress ecosystem. Anne McCarthy launches a new content-creators Slack channel to bring creators closer together, while the 2025 WordPress Hosting Survey opens to refine WordPress.org’s hosting recommendations. WordPress adds inline image support in emails, though security concerns rise with vulnerabilities in Service…

This week, we spotlight the newly announced WordPress 6.9 release squad, updates on the WordPress Credits Program, and accessibility team elections. On the security front, major vulnerabilities were patched in LifterLMS, Redirection for Contact Form 7, and Dokan Pro, while GoDaddy researchers exposed a malicious plugin campaign. WooCommerce 10.1.1 improves checkout and shipping flows, and…

This week, we spotlight the newly announced WordPress 6.9 release squad, updates on the WordPress Credits Program, and accessibility team elections. On the security front, major vulnerabilities were patched in LifterLMS, Redirection for Contact Form 7, and Dokan Pro, while GoDaddy researchers exposed a malicious plugin campaign. WooCommerce 10.1.1 improves checkout and shipping flows, and…

This week, we dive into Matías Ventura’s proposal for a richer block library with additions like Tabs, Icons, Carousels, and Table of Contents. We also look at the latest from Gutenberg 21.4, WordPress 6.9 development, and new Test Team nominations. Security takes the spotlight with critical fixes in WP Job Portal and UiCore Elements, while…

This week, we unpack Matt Mullenweg’s proposal for phased plugin rollouts, the roadmap for WordPress 6.9, and a brand-new internship initiative by the WordPress Foundation. Plus, major security alerts involving Gravity Forms and SureForms, WooCommerce 10.0’s launch, and new tools like AI Alt Writer, MCP Server, and StarShop.dev. Also in focus: Google Ads API changes,…

In this packed episode, we cover the revised release schedule for WordPress 6.9, WooCommerce’s upcoming block theme, and major accessibility improvements across the ecosystem. We also highlight serious vulnerabilities in Forminator and deceptive SEO malware, plus community updates like InstaWP’s pricing shift, FlyWP’s sleep mode, and the Share Your Pride contest winners. New plugins, major…

In this episode, we explore a major infrastructure cleanup in WordPress, the launch of WordCamp US 2025 in Portland, new accessibility documentation insights, and WordPress Playground’s internet-enabled update. Plus, updates on security threats, Google’s MUVERA algorithm, a new developer conference in Sydney, plugin milestones, and fresh projects like EventKoi, ToolsFave, and Indio. Sponsored by: Kinsta…

In this episode, we dig into a social media stir around WordCamp US, important WordPress security updates, WooCommerce bug fixes, and Automattic’s 20-year milestone. We also cover CERN switching to WordPress, plugin vulnerabilities and transitions, Google’s AI Mode traffic update, and new community tools like Orca WP, Sliderberg, and Flexi Archiver. Plus, the latest on…

This week on The WP Week, we unpack the Yoast SEO HTML tag bug, key takeaways from WordCamp Europe 2025, and the latest WordPress development updates including the upcoming 6.8.2 release, accessibility initiatives, SQLite support, and WooCommerce advisories. Plus, we explore new AI features from Google, a major acquisition by Automattic, new learning resources, and…

This week on The WP Week, we explore the launch of the FAIR Project, a bold initiative to decentralize WordPress.org services and highlights from WordCamp Europe 2025 in Basel. We cover new Gutenberg enhancements, critical security patches, WooCommerce 9.9 features, and evolving governance processes. Also in the spotlight: community milestones, AI breakthroughs, major plugin acquisitions,…

In this episode, we cover Automattic’s return to major WordPress contributions, the launch of the WordPress AI Team, and the Open Horizons Scholarship initiative. We dive into community projects like GatherPress, WooCommerce updates, serious plugin vulnerabilities, and major acquisitions including CAPTCHA 4WP and Sticky Header Effects. Also featured: Google’s evolving SEO priorities, new product launches,…

In this episode of The WP Week Podcast, we cover community updates, legal battles, security alerts, and new innovations shaping WordPress. Mary Hubbard addresses moderation and trust, new Polyglots Team reps are announced, and WooCommerce prepares for its 10.0 release with the Cost of Goods Sold feature. We also explore formjacking attacks, Google Ads changes,…