Mullenweg criticized WP Engine for turning off the revision history feature, asserting it undermines the core principle of data protection within WordPress, essential for users.
WP Engine retaliated with a cease-and-desist letter, asserting that Mullenweg’s comments were unfounded and their use of the 'WP' brand is protected under fair use.
The escalating conflict escalated further as Automattic fired back with a cease-and-desist, claiming that WP Engine violated trademark usage policies established by WordPress.
The dispute encapsulates a broader concern within the open-source community about the responsibilities of companies leveraging the WordPress name without contributing to its development.
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