Julian Assange

Journalist and founder of WikiLeaks

Julian Assange - Journalist and founder of WikiLeaks
Born

July 3rd, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Australia

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An Australian journalist and publisher founded WikiLeaks in 2006, an organization that gained global attention for its controversial publications of classified documents. Assange became a prominent figure in debates regarding freedom of information and government transparency. His work led to the release of sensitive data concerning military actions, diplomatic communications, and various governmental activities. Subject to legal battles and extradition efforts, Assange spent years confined in the Ecuadorian embassy in London while seeking asylum. The organization has continued to influence the landscape of investigative journalism and whistleblowing, highlighting issues surrounding privacy, surveillance, and the power dynamics between governments and citizens.

Founded WikiLeaks in 2006

Published the Afghanistan and Iraq war logs

Released US diplomatic cables in 2010

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