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Court fight for Megaupload user
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Court fight for Megaupload user

Kyle Goodwin, sues for his lost Megaupload files in a landmark US court case, highlighting the plight of innocent users caught in legal crossfires.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2012
Dotcom demands spying probe
Government

Dotcom demands spying probe

Megaupload founder backs calls for an independent inquiry after government spies illegally accessed his communications.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 28th Sep 2012
Dotcom defies U.S. with mega comeback
Mega

Dotcom defies U.S. with mega comeback

Megaupload founder prepares to come back with a vengeance across the internet as file-hosting site nears completion.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 25th Sep 2012
Dotcom's empire will bounce back
Mega

Dotcom's empire will bounce back

Kim Dotcom's content sharing Megaupload empire might not keep the same moniker but will be back in some form or another if the US government's case fails.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Sep 2012
Documents appeal lands Dotcom in court
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Documents appeal lands Dotcom in court

Megaupload founder comes before the Court of Appeal in Wellington today to fight a U.S. appeal over next year's extradition hearings.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2012

Stories from Other Regions

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Key talks Dotcom in Hollywood
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Key talks Dotcom in Hollywood

John Key's US trip focus shifts as Hollywood lobbyist raises Kim Dotcom case, despite initial efforts to promote NZ as film hub.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Dotcom lessons in Mike Tyson's knockout
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Dotcom lessons in Mike Tyson's knockout

New Zealand reels from Dotcom scandal with PM entangled, sparking debate on bending rules for the infamous, including Mike Tyson.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2012
Key's credibility crushed after Dotcom denial
Government

Key's credibility crushed after Dotcom denial

Labour party condemns the under-fire Primer Minister after revelations he knew about illegal spying in the Kim Dotcom case.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2012
PM mindful of Dotcom spying
Megaupload

PM mindful of Dotcom spying

John Key admits he was briefed over the Kim Dotcom case in February but can't recall the reference as the government comes under further fire.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Oct 2012
NZ had rules to avoid Kim Dotcom mess
Government

NZ had rules to avoid Kim Dotcom mess

NZ Gov admits error in waiving 'good character' rule for Kim Dotcom, questioning special treatment for wealthy migrants.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Sep 2012
Key “disappointed” with Dotcom spies
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Key “disappointed” with Dotcom spies

Extradition case now at risk as Prime Minister condemns government spies but refuses to comment on why they illegally bugged the Megaupload founder.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Sep 2012
NZ legal system fails if U.S. defeats Dotcom
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NZ legal system fails if U.S. defeats Dotcom

New Zealand's legal system will have failed if the US government succeeds in the Kim Dotcom case the Court of Appeal heard today.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Sep 2012
Dotcom disclosure unnecessary court hears
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Dotcom disclosure unnecessary court hears

New Zealand court-ordered discovery of evidence held by the US Federal government is a step too far the Court of Appeal heard today.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2012
Opinion: Kim Dotcom is not your friend
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Opinion: Kim Dotcom is not your friend

Kim Dotcom's charm offensive on Twitter may veil his true intentions — always consider his past actions and real agenda before support.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2012
Airport strip-search linked to Kim Dotcom?
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Airport strip-search linked to Kim Dotcom?

Kim Dotcom link suspected in Auckland airport strip-search of musician's girlfriend, raising questions about customs' practices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2012
Kim Dotcom hints at Megaupload relaunch
Mega

Kim Dotcom hints at Megaupload relaunch

Kim Dotcom teases Major Megaupload comeback, promising a bigger, better, faster platform in a flurry of tweets amid legal battles.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
Kim Dotcom crashes car on way to court
Mega

Kim Dotcom crashes car on way to court

Kim Dotcom humorously tweets about a car crash en route to Auckland High Court, quips about switching vehicles for his appeal.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 8th Aug 2012
Kim Dotcom bail decision overturned
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Kim Dotcom bail decision overturned

Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom has been granted bail after over a month in custody. As part of his release, he is barred from using the internet.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2012