Kim Dotcom (Megaupload)

Kim Dotcom is a German-Finnish entrepreneur best known for founding Megaupload, a file-sharing service launched in 2005 that allowed users to upload and download large files. It gained immense popularity but faced legal issues due to allegations of copyright infringement, leading to its shutdown in 2012. Dotcom was arrested in New Zealand at the request of U.S. authorities, who accused him of facilitating piracy and copyright violations. His legal battles continue, highlighting the ongoing tensions between internet innovation, copyright law, and digital rights. Dotcom is also known for his controversial lifestyle and activism for internet freedom.