Matt Mullenweg

Automattic has confirmed that Matt Mullenweg is back as chief executive of WordPress parent company after what is described as an attempted ouster by the board. The leadership struggle has reignited debate in the tech community about Mullenweg's grip on the open-source project and whether his stewardship is good for WordPress's future, with many weighing in on the ongoing drama.

Automattic, the company behind WordPress, has reportedly seen its entire board removed following what sources describe as a failed attempt to oust CEO Matt Mullenweg. The reported purge of directors has raised questions about corporate governance at the privately held firm, which also owns Tumblr and WooCommerce. Details about who orchestrated the alleged coup and who now sits on the board remain limited.