# Website Shelters Pionen Data Center's James Bond-esque Subterranean Cave Houses Wikileaks Bunker By Pearl | Published 2010-12-26 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wikileaks-bunker References: [dailymail](http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1337014/WikiLeaks-bunker-Julian-Assanges-subterranean-Bond-villain-den.html) & [royal.pingdom](http://royal.pingdom.com/2008/11/14/the-worlds-most-super-designed-data-center-fit-for-a-james-bond-villain/) Wikileaks founder Julian Assange sure knows how to pick where his leaked documents are stored. He chose not just any [high-security data center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softmask) but the Pionen Data Center near Stockholm, Sweden. The WikiLeaks bunker is [100 feet underground](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-vale-hotel) and serves as the network operations centre of one of Sweden's largest ISPs, Bahnhof. The futuristic look of the WikiLeaks bunker includes details like a space-themed floating floor conference room. Backup power is supplied by German submarine engines. The steel-and-granite look of the WikiLeaks bunker has been softened in places with [artificial waterfalls and greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-chamber). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [World News](https://www.trendhunter.com/worldnews) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Underground Data Centers:** The growing demand for data storage and security presents an opportunity to develop innovative underground data centers that offer enhanced protection and resilience. - **Eco-friendly Bunkers:** There is potential for creating eco-friendly bunkers that not only prioritize security but also incorporate sustainable features like renewable energy sources and green spaces. - **Futuristic Design in Data Centers:** Designing data centers with futuristic aesthetics and themed rooms can provide a unique and visually appealing environment for business operations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Data Storage:** Companies in the data storage industry can explore opportunities in developing secure and innovative underground data centers to meet the increasing demand for secure storage facilities. - **Security Services:** The development of high-security eco-friendly bunkers can offer disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the security services industry to cater to clients seeking both safety and environmental consciousness. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** The demand for futuristic design elements in data centers opens up avenues for architects and interior designers to provide innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate technology and aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Underground Autonomous Shelter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-b-1.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Stealthy Cold War Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-war-museum-regan-vest.md) - [Bunker-Converted Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corstorphine-wright.md) - [Excavated Underground Living Space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideaway-house.md) - [Urban Data Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-716.md) - [Partially Buried Tranquil Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-under-the-ground.md) - [Angular Stealthy Holiday Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-under-the-radar.md) - [Cave-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cave-bureau.md)