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Gobsmacked by Automattic, but then…
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daveverse
·
Sept. 10, 2026, 3:52 p.m.
Automattic
developer community
Matt Mullenweg
Hacker News
Summary
The author expresses surprise at the news of Automattic placing their CEO, Matt Mullenweg, on paid leave. They discuss the reactions from various sources, including Hacker News and Twitter, and reflect on its implications for developers.
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