Gutenberg Times: Gutenberg Changelog #130 – WordPress 7.0, Gutenberg 22.9 and 23.0, WordCamp Europe, Block Themes and More
In this 130th episode of the Gutenberg Changelog podcast, Birgit Pauli-Haack is joined by Tammie Lister to discuss the latest developments in WordPress, Gutenberg, and the broader ecosystem. The conversation opens with Tammie sharing insights from her new role at Convesio, where she works on product collaboration within hosting and payments. The episode highlights Tammie’s […]
Gutenberg Times: WordPress 7.0 on May 20, Gutenberg 23.0 and more — Weekend Edition 364

Hi there, Good news, dear friends. WordPress 7.0 has a new release date! May 20, 2026. Announced on Friday, the post featured the updated release party schedule: All release parties happen in the Make #core Slack channel. Everyone is welcome to join. This week, I also traveled to Salzburg, Austria to discuss WordPress 7.0 features […]
Greg Ziółkowski: WordPress Core AI — 7.1 Planning and Beyond
Building on the Abilities API and three read-only core abilities (core/get-site-info, core/get-user-info, core/get-environment-info) shipped in 6.9, WordPress 7.0 brings the server-side WP AI Client. Together these form the baseline: a way to declare what WordPress can do, and a way to connect to providers that reason about it. This post outlines what I’d like to […]
How to Sell on ChatGPT with WooCommerce (Agentic Guide)

If you run a WooCommerce store, then you’ve probably heard that ChatGPT now lets users shop for products directly inside the chat interface. A user asks something like “I need a blue yoga mat under $40” and ChatGPT responds with actual products from registered merchants, complete with prices and stock availability. It is a brand […]
Akismet: Akismet v5.7: ready for Abilities and Connectors
Akismet WordPress plugin v5.7 is out today. This release focuses on fitting more neatly into where WordPress is heading next. Abilities API support Akismet now supports the Abilities API, giving WordPress a clear, structured way to understand what Akismet can do, like checking content for spam or retrieving stats. It’s a subtle change, but it […]
Open Channels FM: Live at CloudFest: Ecommerce With New Caching for Better Conversions
Site speed is crucial for e-commerce success; delays lead to cart abandonment, especially on mobile. Experts discuss caching solutions and user experience improvements to enhance conversion rates.
Open Channels FM: The Philosophy Behind Sustaining Independent Voices
The “Keep It Open” initiative emphasizes sustainability and independence in the open web community, inviting contributors to support honest conversations without focusing on rewards or exclusivity.
#213 – Malcolm Peralty on Managed WordPress Hosting and AI Innovation at Pressable
Transcript [00:00:19] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox Podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case managed WordPress hosting and AI hosting innovation. If you’d like to subscribe to […]
HeroPress: 😊 From a Small Village to WordCamp Asia: My WordPress Journey 🌍✨

આ નિબંધ ગુજરાતીમાં પણ ઉપલબ્ધ છે वर्डप्रेसने मुझे मेरे ज़िंदगी में कुछ अलग करने का मौक़ा दिया। Hear Shital read her essay in her own voice! From Curiosity to Contribution — How WordPress Helped Me Build a Career, Confidence, and Global Opportunities Introduction Every journey begins with a small step, often driven by curiosity rather […]
Open Channels FM: Scaling WooCommerce Operations with Automation
In this episode, co-hosts discuss WooCommerce automation with expert James Collins, emphasizing how tools like Zapier streamline tasks, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency through practical automation examples and AI advancements.