Automattic has presented its employees with a new severance offer, allowing them to leave with nine months' pay, just days after a previous six-month offer was accepted by 159 employees. CEO Matt Mullenweg's latest proposal came with only four hours' notice, prompting immediate decisions. Those who opt for the severance will lose access to Automattic and WordPress.org, effectively banning them from contributing to the open-source platform. The offers come amid an ongoing dispute with WP Engine, which has escalated into legal actions and public accusations. Automattic has not disclosed the number of employees who accepted the new offer.