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In a recent executive roundup from our partner Americaneagle.com, leaders across major web platforms shared predictions for the year ahead — including perspective from WordPress VIP's Brian Alvey, CTO, on how AI is reshaping enterprise discoverability. If AI systems are deciding what gets surfaced, structure and credibility aren’t optional. They’re foundational. Read the full roundup: https://lnkd.in/e2Y83fTQ

Is the article page dead? Not really. Chat is quickly becoming where questions start, but articles are still where trust, depth, and confidence are built. They’re not going away—people are simply discovering them in new ways. That’s why the future looks hybrid. Content needs to work for AI discovery and for humans who want to go deeper. If you’re rethinking how your CMS supports both, the blog digs in. Read it in full here: https://lnkd.in/eAbNyxGs?

Government digital teams face a tough mandate. Modernize fast, stay compliant, and never sacrifice security. That’s why we’re excited to welcome AmanaNet as a WordPress VIP Public Sector Partner. With proven experience delivering secure learning and training platforms in FedRAMP-authorized environments, AmanaNet helps federal agencies build and scale WordPress-based systems that support workforce training, certification, and compliance with confidence. Learn more about our newest partner → https://lnkd.in/e4SC7QNR

Enterprise teams are continuing to choose WordPress VIP and we’re digging into the why. On March 12, our CEO, Steph Yiu, will join the panel, “Why we’re backing WordPress in 2026” at WP:26, a virtual event hosted by our partners at Human Made. Steph will be joined by Mary Hubbard Executive Director of WordPress, and other enterprise leaders building on the platform to today, to discuss where WordPress is headed next. If you’re thinking about the future of your CMS, digital platform, or content stack, this is a conversation worth tuning into. Reserve you spot here: https://lnkd.in/e69ENgJC 

You’ve seen the dashboards. You’ve tracked the KPIs. But are they driving growth, or are they just reporting churn after it happens? At INMA’s Media Subscriptions Summit (March 9–13, Toronto), leaders from Daily Kos and Postmedia Network Inc. join us to unpack how subscription strategy shifts across different media models — and which metrics actually move the needle. If subscription growth is part of your remit, this is a conversation worth joining. 📍 WordPress VIP & XWP Seminar, March 13: https://lnkd.in/ebj4CH4A

As AI accelerates content creation, the challenge isn’t producing more — it’s defining what quality really means. We’re looking forward to connecting with revenue and marketing leaders at B2BMX to explore how high-performing teams are using AI to raise standards, sharpen differentiation, and drive measurable pipeline impact. If you’re attending, join our session or find us on the show floor to talk about building content that stands apart — and drives results. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eB8bs44a

This kind of recognition means more because it comes straight from the people who use our platform every day. In the 2025 Gartner® Peer Insights™ “Voice of the Customer” report for Web Content Management, WordPress VIP was given the Customers’ Choice distinction — based entirely on verified customer reviews. Enterprise teams shared feedback on what really matters once a platform is live: capabilities that hold up under pressure, deployments that don’t derail momentum, and support teams that show up when it counts. To the customers who took the time to share your experience — thank you. We’re proud to support the work behind your most important digital moments. See the full report : https://lnkd.in/gSUrbEf9

Traditional media once captured nearly three-quarters of content-driven ad spend. Today, it’s closer to half — and still falling. The result? Publishers are being pushed to rethink revenue, discovery, audience depth, and infrastructure all at once. Our new whitepaper with Fueled explores the six trends driving this shift and how publishers are adapting in the real world. Download your copy: https://lnkd.in/eaJu98ZV

Digital transformation in the public sector comes with unique demands. From citizen services to compliance and accessibility, the technology behind these experiences must be secure, extensible, and built to scale for long-term modernization. In this excerpt, J.J. Toothman, President of Lone Rock Point, shares why the foundation behind public sector digital experiences matters.

As AI moves to the forefront of content creation, the human element matters more than ever. In this clip, Mitch Canter, Director of Engineering at WebDevStudios, shares his perspective on what the future of the web looks like as AI becomes more central to content creation. The next phase of the web won’t be about choosing sides. It will be about using AI thoughtfully, while keeping authenticity and human judgment front and center. How are you thinking about this shift? 👇