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Megaupload & Kim Dotcom - Megabox

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand - With 150 million registered users, about 50 million hits daily and endorsements from music superstars, Megaupload.com was among the world's biggest file-sharing sites. Big enough, according to a U.S. Indictment, that it earned founder Kim Dotcom $42 million last year alone. Ref. USAToday: Source 7

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I'm not surprised, I expect to see most of these P2P and file sharing type sites closed eventually with all the law officials taking a closer look at online piracy.

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FBI claims Megaupload based in Auckland mansion

An internet millionaire accused of online piracy activated electronic locks before barricading himself in a panic room at his mansion as armed police stormed it. When police cut their way in, they found a shotgun. Ref. Source 3

Megabox Dotcom Kim and Megaupload

If he had all that already in place it means he was either living in fear or he knew this day would come because of what he was doing. Making millions off of other people's hard work is no way to get your income. Who else will be next?

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Dotcom's NZ residency draws flak

Calls are growing for an inquiry into how a German millionaire convicted of insider-trading and now accused of internet piracy was able to settle in New Zealand, as he prepares a bid for freedom. Ref. Source 9

Megaupload & Kim Dotcom - Megabox

I understand that the owner was denied bail and also this was his 5th arrest. This is what is currently displayed in the Megaupload.com website:

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Kim Dotcom denied bail, to appeal

Alleged internet pirate Kim Dotcom will appeal today's decision denying him bail, his lawyer says. Ref. Source 2

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Dotcom associates' fears revealed

Conversations intercepted by the FBI showed associates of alleged internet pirate Kim Dotcom were worried that he would run off with the firm's money if they got into trouble. Ref. Source 3