Google Gemini’s SynthID – a hidden trap for autoblogging

admin September 1, 2025 Leave a Comment

Google took a radical approach: if universal AI content detectors fail, the watermark must be embedded directly into the generation process. This concept led to the development of SynthID, a technology that is now used by default in Gemini. Any text or image created through the Google API now carries an invisible marker. For autobloggers, this effectively means losing control...

Portland Welcomes WordCamp US 2025: A Community Gathering

admin August 30, 2025 Leave a Comment

A full house of attendees gathered in Portland, Oregon, for WordCamp US 2025, with thousands more tuning in online. Over four days, the flagship WordPress event brought together contributors, innovators, and community members for collaboration, inspiration, and discovery. WordPress is so unique because we’re not just a product; we’re a movement.Matt Mullenweg, WordPress Cofounder The WordPress event began with a...

Portland, Are You Ready? The WCUS 2025 Schedule Has Arrived!

admin August 6, 2025

We’re excited to announce that the full schedule for WordCamp US 2025 has been published! From August 26–29 in Portland, Oregon, join web creators, innovators, and community leaders for four days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. This year’s lineup brings together sessions on everything from cutting-edge AI to hands-on workshops, performance, accessibility, design, and the future of WordPress. Check out...

Maintenance Releases for WordPress branches 4.7 to 6.7

admin August 5, 2025

Following on from the WordPress 6.8.2 maintenance release last month, the included update to the root security certificate bundle has been backported to all branches back to 4.7. This ensures that when your site performs server-side HTTP requests, the most up-to-date information about trusted security certificates is used. Further information can be found on the Core Trac ticket. A new...

5 Best WooCommerce Maintenance Services for 2025

admin July 30, 2025

Looking for one of the best WooCommerce maintenance services to keep your store running smoothly and securely? Running a WooCommerce store isn’t just about listing products and processing orders – it’s about keeping your site secure, up-to-date, and performing at its best every single day. From software updates and daily backups to performance optimization and security monitoring, regular maintenance is...

The truth behind how AI text generation works

admin July 28, 2025

We tend to assume that if something sounds intelligent, then there must be a mind behind it. ChatGPT can write articles, solve problems, and generate code, so it can seem as if it knows what it’s doing. However, when we strip away the magic, we see that it’s just math, probabilities, and raw computational power under the hood. There’s no...

WordPress 6.8.2 Maintenance Release

admin July 15, 2025

WordPress 6.8.2 is now available! This minor release includes fixes for 20 Core tickets and 15 Block Editor issues. For a full list of bug fixes, please refer to the release candidate announcement. WordPress 6.8.2 is a short-cycle maintenance release. More maintenance releases may be made available throughout 2025. If you have sites that support automatic background updates, the update...

Celebrating Kim Parsell: 2025 WordCamp US Scholarship Applications Open

admin July 14, 2025

The WordPress Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship for WordCamp US 2025. Applications are being accepted until July 25, 2025. Remembering Kim Parsell Kim Parsell was a dedicated contributor and a beloved member of the WordPress community. Her passion for open source and her welcoming spirit inspired many, both online and in person....

Introducing WordPress Credits: A New Contribution Internship Program for University Students

admin July 10, 2025

The WordPress Foundation is proud to launch WordPress Credits, a contribution-focused internship program that brings university students into the heart of the WordPress open source project. While WordPress thrives on contributions from a global volunteer community, many students and newcomers face barriers to entry, such as a lack of structured guidance or real-world experience in open source projects. This new...

WordCamp US 2025: See You in Portland, Oregon!

admin June 27, 2025

WordCamp US 2025 is heading to vibrant Portland, Oregon, from August 26–29, 2025! Join fellow open source enthusiasts, developers, designers, and WordPress professionals from across the United States and around the world for four days of learning, networking, and collaboration at the Oregon Convention Center. Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, Portland is famous for its creative spirit, lush green spaces,...