The latest on the WordPress fight over trademarks and open sourceSee all StoriesPosted May 27, 2026 at 7:45 PM UTCEEmma RothYes, the WordPress battle with WP Engine is still going on.And it seems like WordPress.org co-founder Matt Mullenweg is growing frustrated with the legal battle, which has dragged on for nearly two years:Screenshot: WordPress.orgFollow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Emma RothLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...Most PopularMost PopularValve raises Steam Deck prices by more than $200Jony Ive’s Ferrari looks nothing like a FerrariGoogle Health is here, but a lot of people want their Fitbit app back insteadUber president says AI spending is getting ‘harder to justify’You’re about to feel the AI money squeezeThe Verge DailyA free daily digest of the news that matters most.Email (required)By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policyand Terms of Serviceapply.
Yes, the WordPress battle with WP Engine is still going on.
And it seems like WordPress.org co-founder Matt Mullenweg is growing frustrated with the legal battle, which has dragged on for nearly two years: [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-27-at-3.38.46PM.png?quality=90&strip=all]














