Automattic readies big WordPress SSL push for hosting partners and features

Automattic wants everyone to know that it’s taking steps to ensure that the services you use are secure. The company behind the WordPress blogging and content management platform announced on Thursday that in 2017, it’ll be investing heavily in SSL security technology. This means that initially it will only promote hosting providers that provide an SSL certificate by default in their accounts. In the future, it plans on extending such scrutiny to features, making them avail