Business Quote by Evgeny Morozov

“If WikiLeaks were a for-profit company, determining its real value would be a nearly impossible task.”

Evgeny Morozov

About This Quote

Source Essay: 2016, "The Value of WikiLeaks"

If WikiLeaks were a for‑profit, its worth would be hard to calculate.

In simple terms: Profit motives obscure true value.

Key Takeaway

Question market‑based valuations.

Themes

technology transparency valuation profitability

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

journalism
whistleblowing
policy analysis
investment decisions

Key Concepts

information economics public good

Questions to Reflect On

How do we value transparency?
What metrics capture public benefit?

A Different Perspective

Profit models may misrepresent societal impact.

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