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Automattic files counterclaims against WP Engine in WordPress lawsuit, alleging trademark misuse


Automattic has filed counterclaims against WP Engine, alleging that the company — backed by private equity firm Silver Lake — misused WordPress and WooCommerce trademarks, misled users, and undermined the open source community.

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