How the WordPress vs WP Engine feud could impact the future of the internet

An escalating feud between WordPress and a third-party entity could threaten the stability of over 40 per cent of websites on the internet.

Matt Mullenweg, who is the founder of WordPress and CEO of its parent company Automattic, is at the forefront of the website-building company’s legal battle with WP Engine, a platform that provides hosting services specifically designed for WordPress websites.