Matt Mullenweg has reportedly reclaimed the CEO chair at Automattic, the company behind WordPress, after being ousted days ago. In a bizarre turn of events, Mullenweg posted on Slack that the board had ‘conspired’ behind his back, suggesting a tumultuous internal battle. A board confirmation is pending, and Mark Davies, the interim CEO, had his Slack account deactivated. Mullenweg’s social media activity, filled with accusations of a ‘pirate’ conspiracy, further fuels speculation over his true intentions.

Following his surprise removal, Mullenweg hinted at a larger plot involving the PE firm Silver Lake, which owns WP Engine, in an apparent attempt to undermine his life. His latest tweet, 'Boards are never boring,' suggests a continuing saga of corporate intrigue. As the dust settles, only time will tell if Mullenweg’s claim to power will withstand scrutiny.