Kim Dotcom

Kim Dotcom

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Kim Dotcom is a German-Finnish entrepreneur and internet activist, best known for founding the file-sharing service Megaupload. He has been embroiled in legal battles with the U.S. government over extradition and copyright infringement, while also being involved in various business ventures, including the failed Bitcache.

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Kim Dotcom discusses his views on direct democracy and his ongoing legal battle regarding extradition to the US.

Kim Dotcom’s first major interview since stroke shows speech heavily impacted
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-08
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Kim Dotcom has been involved in a lengthy extradition process in New Zealand due to criminal allegations from the United States.

The Kim Dotcom saga is a national embarrassment - Deborah Chambers
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-02
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Kim Dotcom was performing at the festival during the year 2013.

Rhythm and Vines announces final festival at Gisborne’s Waiohika Estate
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-21
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Kim Dotcom is facing extradition to the United States after an extraordinary legal battle that began when he was arrested in January 2012.

Kim Dotcom returns north after court ruling in $15m Queenstown property case
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-16
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Kim Dotcom is facing extradition to the US after the Court of Appeal rejected his latest bid to escape it.

Is Kim Dotcom really closer than ever to being extradited to the US? – The Front Page
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-03
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Kim Dotcom is challenging his extradition to the US and argues that he would face a disproportionately severe sentence there.

Court of Appeal dismisses Kim Dotcom challenge to US extradition
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-01
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Kim Dotcom is a prominent figure in the New Zealand political scene and has been involved in various legal battles with the US government.

Kim Dotcom’s home mortgaged to Bitcoin Jesus who cut $89m deal with US govt to drop tax evasion charges
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-29
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Kim Dotcom is facing extradition to the US for charges including copyright infringement and money laundering.

Kim Dotcom loses High Court bid to block extradition to US
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-10
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Kim Dotcom is a controversial figure awaiting extradition, known for his previous ventures in technology.

Tech Insider: Nicola Willis offers some venture capital sugar, five go tech in Queenstown, NetComm NZ falls over
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
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Kim Dotcom founded Bitcache and has been involved in various legal issues related to his business ventures.

Tech Insider: ‘Inflationary’ – ‘Surprised’ telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun as Goldsmith outlines reforms
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-16
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