This week on The WP Week Podcast, we recap the highlights from PressConf 2025, explore the upcoming release of WordPress 6.8.1, and examine growing security threats—including phishing scams targeting WooCommerce users and fake malware plugins circulating in the wild. We also dive into major moves in the WordPress and tech ecosystems, including acquisitions by WooCommerce, Resend, and Themeisle, as well as new tools and plugins designed to enhance site performance, security, and editorial workflows.

We also take a look at Google’s evolving AI initiatives, the end of COVID-era structured data, community highlights like Maintainer Month 2025 and new Gutenberg discussion spaces, and plugin launches like ThemeSwitcher Pro and MailerPress.

Sponsored by:

🔹 Kinsta – Blazing-fast WordPress hosting with top-tier performance and security.

🔹 Omnisend – A powerful email & SMS marketing platform that drives eCommerce growth.

🔹 WP Job Openings – The simple, effective plugin to create a career page and streamline hiring.

🎧 Tune in now for the latest in WordPress news, product launches, and community milestones!