How to Optimize Your WordPress Images for Maximum Speed (Compression + WebP/AVIF)
Learn how to optimize your WordPress images for maximum speed by compressing your entire media library and enabling WebP and AVIF delivery using the ShortPixel plugin.
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How to Reduce No-Show Appointments With WordPress (Stop Losing Money)
Learn how to reduce no-show appointments on your WordPress site with automated email reminders, self-service rescheduling, and deposit requirements using Sugar Calendar Bookings.
GravityKit Launches Cryptographic Signing Across 30 Plugins, Setting New Security Standard
GravityKit has become the first commercial WordPress plugin company to implement cryptographic signing, enhancing security across nearly 30 plugins on 60,000+ sites.
200,000 WordPress Sites at Risk from Critical Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in Burst Statistics Plugin
Wordfence researchers uncovered a critical authentication bypass in the Burst Statistics plugin impacting over 200,000 WordPress sites. Immediate updates to version 3.4.2 are essential to prevent administrator impersonation.
#216 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 2)
Matt Schwartz discusses how WordPress agencies can integrate AI securely and effectively, emphasizing knowledge sharing, Model Context Protocol, QA automation, and ecosystem impacts.
Themes Team Update: 1,410 Tickets Processed and Block Theme Growth in May 2026
The WordPress Themes Team processed over 1,400 theme tickets last week, with block themes growing steadily and key tools like Create Block Theme surpassing 20,000 installs.
Introducing Unlimited: WPMU DEV’s New Managed Hosting Plan for 50+ WordPress Sites at $15/mo
WPMU DEV launches Unlimited, a managed WordPress hosting plan allowing 50+ sites on a high-performance server for $15/month, combining premium features with affordable scalability.
Dev Chat Summary: WordPress 7.0 Release Candidate 3 and RTC Table Decision (May 6, 2026)
The WordPress Core team finalized the RTC custom table introduction for WordPress 7.0 and announced Release Candidate 3 for May 8, urging hosts to test RTC before launch.
One Breakup, 700 Websites — And the Move to Pressable That Kept Them Running
UK agency owner Danielle Holmes migrated 700 WordPress sites to Pressable after a hosting breakup, highlighting the critical role of managed WordPress hosting for agencies.
What’s New for WordPress Developers in May 2026: Key Core Updates and Gutenberg Advances
WordPress 7.0 is approaching with key developer updates including a new Content Types system, expanded revisions, and a postponed real-time collaboration feature.
