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Automattic Launches Spacefast—Platform for Deploying AI-Generated Applications

WordPress.com owner Automattic has launched Spacefast, a service that transforms 'vibe coding' projects into functional websites and applications: the platform handles databases, authentication, file uploads, email, and analytics. The launch occurs amid internal turmoil at Automattic—including boardroom conflicts, the departure of the interim CFO, and workforce reductions—and declining website traffic due to AI chatbots.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
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Automattic begins layoffs after board upheaval and departure of top executives

Automattic — the parent company of WordPress.com, WooCommerce and Tumblr — has begun layoffs affecting communications, social media, WordPress.com and the VIP business. TechCrunch sources say the cuts may continue in the coming months. This follows a failed attempt by the board of directors to remove CEO Matt Mullenweg in September and the departure of a number of top executives, including the CFO and chief legal officer.

Javlon Tursunov
2 min read