Legal Victory Update from Matt Mullenweg Matt Mullenweg announced a significant development in a legal case involving WP Engine and Silver Lake against Automattic. Key Points The court has dismissed several of the most serious claims by WP Engine and Silver Lake, notably: Antitrust Monopolization Extortion These claims were the most significant and broad allegations in the case. The dismissal greatly narrows the scope of the ongoing legal battle. The decision is framed as a win not only for Automattic but also for the broader community of open source maintainers and contributors. Matt thanks the legal team from Gibson Dunn and the Automattic team for their efforts. Remaining claims are still pending, but confidence remains that facts will prove Automattic’s lawful actions served the WordPress community’s best interests. Despite the legal challenges, the focus continues to be on: Building a free, open, and thriving WordPress ecosystem. Supporting the millions who rely on WordPress daily. Additional Context The post contains social sharing options for platforms such as Tumblr, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn, Pocket, Telegram, and email. Related posts and a comments section are available for community engagement. The site navigation includes links to Home, About, Contact, and other resources related to Matt Mullenweg and Automattic. This ruling marks a crucial milestone in protecting the interests of open source projects and maintaining the integrity of the WordPress ecosystem.