Harsh statement from the owner of MegaUpload regarding the sale of the Nobel Prize

Harsh statement from the owner of MegaUpload regarding the sale of the Nobel Prize

Sevinc Kərimova · Dünya ·

One of the events that has attracted global attention is the statement made by Kim Dotcom, founder of the "MegaUpload" file-sharing platform and the "Mega" company, regarding the sale of the Nobel Peace Prize. This statement reflects the idea that Norway, which presents the award, has also been "sold out."

Redaksiya reports that Kim Dotcom voiced these thoughts in response to a relevant statement by Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund. Dmitriev also proposed changing the name of the Nobel Peace Prize to the "War Prize." In response to Dmitriev's post, Kim Dotcom used the phrase, "Norway has long been sold out."

This incident raises questions about the prestige of the Nobel Peace Prize and the policies of the country where it is presented. Kim Dotcom's sharp reaction could spark discussions about the award's value and how it is perceived in a political context. According to previous reports from EADaily, an official from the United States had called for China and Russia not to be given the opportunity to set global standards. In this context, Kim Dotcom's statement provides a broader picture of how the award is evaluated in the political arena. This incident is regarded as one that attracts attention and sparks debate on the international stage.