The Comeback Kid: Megaupload 2.0
Dotcom is back at it again, like your favorite band jumping on stage for a reunion tour after a five-year hiatus. The controversial filesharing platform, Megaupload, which was famously shut down by the US government, is gearing up for a relaunch. But this isn’t just any comeback; it’s about to get a serious facelift with cryptocurrency and blockchain technology involved.
Dotcom’s Quirky Announcement
In true Kim Dotcom fashion, the announcement came complete with a cheeky metaphor. On Twitter, he exclaimed, “I can tell you that Megaupload and Bitcoin had sex. There is a pregnancy and I have a feeling that the baby will be such a joy.” Now, if that doesn’t make you want to partake in this digital rebirth, I don’t know what will.
What to Expect from Megaupload 2.0
Mark your calendars for January 2017, the five-year anniversary of the original Megaupload’s closure. Megaupload 2.0 promises:
- Over 100 gigabytes of free storage
- No data transfer limits
- On-the-fly encryption to keep your files safe from nosy neighbors
In a twist of fate that would tug at the heartstrings of any nostalgic internet user, Dotcom plans to invite the original 100 million users to the new platform, giving them premium privileges. It’s like a VIP pass to your favorite show!
Decentralization: The MegaNet Project
But wait, there’s more! Dotcom isn’t stopping with just a relaunch; he’s aiming for the stars with his decentralized internet project called MegaNet. Imagine an internet that isn’t bogged down by control and can be accessed via smartphones worldwide, turning them into nodes contributing to the project.
This also means leveraging blockchain technology for a censorship-resistant experience. Sounds futuristic, right? Well, that’s because it is, and it’s slated for release probably sometime in 2018 or at least that’s what their crystal ball says.
The State of Cloud Storage and File Sharing
The return of Megaupload poses interesting questions about the evolution of file sharing in the age of cloud storage and cryptocurrency. With a significant focus on privacy and decentralization, we might see a new wave of competition in this space, leading to exciting developments.
Can Megaupload Change the Game?
Only time will tell if Megaupload 2.0 can reclaim its throne or if we’re in for a flash in the pan restart. The cryptocurrency world is rapidly changing, and so are user expectations around how they share and store data.
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