[ad_1] WordPress.com Staff There are currently very few options for individual users to control how their content is used for AI training, and we want to change that. That’s why we’re launching a new tool that lets you opt out of sharing content from your public blogs with third parties, including AI platforms that use such content for training models. The reality is that AI companies are acquiring content across the internet for a variety of purposes and in all sorts of ways. We will engage with AI companies that we can have productive relationships… [ad_2] More Info
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[ad_1] A few things I’ve learned during my interim role of running WordPress.com Halfway through a relaxing winter break with my family, I opened Slack for a quick dopamine hit. The message I saw waiting from Matt, Automattic’s CEO, was quite the surprise: “Would you be interested in running WordPress.com while I’m on sabbatical?” In honesty, my initial reaction was “No, not really.” It seemed like a lot of work, stressful, etc. But, I named my last team YOLO for a reason: the answer is always “Yes,” because you only live… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »New WordPress.com Themes for February 2024 – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] Five of our favorite new themes. The WordPress.com team is always working on new design ideas to bring your website to life. Check out the latest themes in our library, including great options for gamers, writers, and anyone else who creates on the web. This magazine-style theme was built with gaming bloggers in mind, but is versatile enough to work exceptionally well for nearly any type of budding media empire. Using a classic blogging layout, we’ve combined modern WordPress technology—Blocks, Global Styles, etc.—with a… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »A Look at What’s New In the WordPress Editor – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] A handful of small but potent changes to the Site Editor have improved the WordPress.com experience for both you and your visitors. The WordPress project team is continuously improving the Site Editor—your one-stop shop for editing and designing your site. The latest batch of updates—Gutenberg 17.4 and 17.5—include a handful of small but powerful changes designed to improve both your WordPress experience and that of your site’s visitors. Let’s take a look at what’s new. More robust style revisions Image credit:… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »Unleash Your Creativity With Our “Design Your Own Theme” Webinar – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] Explore how WordPress.com’s innovative new design tool makes creating your site surprisingly easy and fun. Jerry B Selecting the design of your website is a critical initial step in establishing your online identity. Our “Design Your Own Theme” feature is a game-changer, offering a variety of Block Patterns to create a unique aesthetic. These Block Patterns provide tremendous flexibility, enabling you to mix and match design elements with ease, ensuring a truly custom and cohesive look across your site. With an… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »Congratulations to Everyone Who Completed Bloganuary 2024! – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] Bloganuary 2024 by the numbers. Mindy Postoff On January 1, you came together from all corners of the globe, ready to answer the call of our Bloganuary challenge and write for 31 straight days. And, oh, how you wrote! 6,140 people published at least one blog post during the challenge. A total of 33,639 blog posts were published throughout the month, answering the daily prompts and tagged with #bloganuary. All those posts reached an audience of 6,262,733 readers. That’s more than the population of Denmark! But… [ad_2] More Info
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[ad_1] HTTP/3 promises performance enhancements like reduced latency, increased reliability, and improved security for users. Andrija Vučinić HTTP/3 is the third major version of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol used to exchange information on the web. It is built on top of a new protocol called QUIC, which is set to fix some limitations of the previous protocol versions. Without getting into technical details—though feel free to do so in the comments if you have questions—our users should see performance improvements across… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »New WordPress.com Themes for January 2024 – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] A new year, an all-new batch of beautiful themes. The WordPress.com team is always working on new design ideas to bring your website to life. Check out the latest themes in our library, including great options for small businesses, entrepreneurs in the coaching space, and a number of other beautiful and versatile designs. Your literary haven, on the web. This partner theme was designed with book lovers of all kinds in mind. Built-in features include curated collections, newsletter integration, robust search functionality,… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »Embrace the Future With AI-Assisted Content Creation – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] The digital landscape is evolving with AI. Our new free course and webinar offer practical strategies for navigating this new world. The digital landscape is evolving, and with it, the way we create and consume content is undergoing a remarkable transformation. As we stand at the cusp of a new era, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in content creation is not just a trend but a revolutionary step forward. Today, we’re excited to announce our latest resources that open the doors to this new world. New Course: Unlocking the… [ad_2] More Info
Read More »Create a Stellar Resume Using Any WordPress.com Theme – WordPress.com News
[ad_1] Craft a stellar resume website using (nearly) any WordPress.com theme. If one of your 2024 goals is to take your career to the next level, it’s worth taking a hard look at your resume. In a world where bots are scanning resumes for keywords, doing something unique—like creating a website just for your resume—is perhaps risky, but can help you stand out from the pack. And even if you aren’t actively looking for a new workplace, having a resume-focused site is great for your personal brand. Today, we’re going to show you how to use… [ad_2] More Info
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