Kim Dotcom, the Megaupload founder and face of early 2010s online piracy, is headed to the US as New Zealand’s justice minister signed an extradition order to end his legal battle, paving the way for him to face charges from the US government. The decision comes after years of appeals following a court ruling that Dotcom could be extradited. Once among the most visited sites online, Megaupload was accused of costing copyright holders millions in damages while making money from ads and subscriptions. Dotcom, previously involved in various legal issues, faces trial in the US after years of legal battles. His larger-than-life persona can be seen in his music video “Good Life.” Dotcom responded to the extradition order on social media, criticizing the decision.
