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E61
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68K
Latest aired
Nov 12, 2025
Runtime
41:49
Episode 61 · Nov 12, 2025 · 41:49 · 68K views

Open Source and Investing in the Future of the Web

In WP Legends Episode 61, we sit down with Joost de Valk, CEO of Emilia Capital.

Discover Joost's journey from creating one of the most recognized plugins (Yoast SEO) in WordPress history to his focus on investing in the future of the open web.

We delve into his thoughts on the current state of the WordPress ecosystem, the importance of fair practices, and the need for decentralized updates.

Joost also shares insights on investing in the next generation of startups and pushing the boundaries of WordPress hosting and web infrastructure.

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