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Ken Griffin

The latest news on entrepreneur Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel LLC, including American business news and updates.

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15 Oct 1968

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Family members of those killed in the Ethiopian Airlines flight 302 and Lion Air flight 610 scream at Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun as he departs following a hearing on Boeing’s broken safety culture on Capitol Hill in 2024. Photo: Getty Images/AFP

Indonesia

Families of Lion Air crash victims suffer again, ‘predatory’ lawyer evades jail

Keith Griffin has admitted that he knew his boss Tom Girardi failed to distribute settlement funds to families of the Lion Air victims.

14 Aug 2026 - 7:38PM

Hong Kong economy

For every dollar invested, we bring in more than 8, Hong Kong investment chief says

19 Jul 2026 - 1:18PM

United States

‘Gus’ the T. rex fetches record US$50.1 million at US auction

15 Jul 2026 - 4:44AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Abigail Cowen, who plays Delilah on Every Summer After

The Fate: The Winx Saga star turned to acting after being bullied at school, and moved to Los Angeles when she was 18 – she’s since appeared in several Netflix series.

17 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM

Abigail Cowen on Every Year After. Photo: @abbeycowen/Instagram

Donald Trump

Huge lines, laughs and gasps as Trump addresses Davos

Trump stuns Davos with jabs at Greenland, Nato, Canada’s Carney, and France’s Macron, as attendees liken the chaotic scene to a rock concert.

22 Jan 2026 - 12:00AMvideocam

China Future Tech briefing

Aerospace | Lunar race pits China against US as humans seek return to moon

China and the US are vying to put people on the moon for the first time in more than 50 years in a contest that is as much about economics and geopolitics as it is about technology.

18 Dec 2025 - 4:07PM

Science

Former Nasa chief calls for new US approach to moon landing – much like China’s

Mike Griffin says Artemis programme ‘cannot work’ because of complex design and unproven tech, while Chinese are ‘doing the right things’.

10 Dec 2025 - 9:00PMvideocam

A former Nasa chief told Congress that the Artemis III mission and those beyond should be cancelled and the US “should start over”. Photo: TNS

Science

Opinion | Blockbuster auctions of dinosaur skeletons don’t do science any favours

From auction houses to the emergence of online retailers, the fossil trade risks robbing the world of research and educational opportunities.

22 Jul 2025 - 7:01PMvideocam

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

How investor Ken Griffin makes and spends his billions – besides Harvard

The CEO and founder of hedge fund company Citadel has a net worth of around US$37 billion and gives generously to charities and non-profits

20 Feb 2024 - 10:21AMvideocam

US presidential election 2024

Analysis | Hubris, infighting, awkward moments: how DeSantis 2024 unravelled

Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race last May with swagger, high expectations and US$130 million in the bank. He exited the race on Sunday less than a year later with cratering poll numbers.

22 Jan 2024 - 2:13PM

Ron DeSantis listens to a question from an audience member at a campaign event in Waukee, Iowa, earlier this month. Photo: Reuters

Banking & finance

Hedge funds cap bumper year for profits with TCI, Citadel leading pack

TCI Fund Management topped the rankings with a profit of US$12.9 billion, followed by Citadel at US$8.1 billion, according to estimates by LCH Investments. The industry made US$218 billion after fees.

22 Jan 2024 - 10:10AM

The hedge fund industry’s top 20 firms, which oversee less than a fifth of the sector’s assets, generated US$67 billion or roughly a third of the gains last year. Photo: Shutterstock

Banking & finance

Hong Kong hedge fund Torq Capital winds down as founder heads for Citadel

Torq, which was seeded by Alibaba co-founder Joe Tsai’s family office, managed more than US$1.5 billion at its peak. Founder Avinash Abraham will join Citadel’s Asia fundamental equities team as portfolio manager.

15 Jan 2024 - 12:44PM

Fame and celebrity

Billie Eilish’s to-be sis-in-law? Meet Claudia Sulewski, Finneas’ girlfriend

Finneas has been dating influencer Claudia Sulewski since 2018, after the couple met through an app – here’s everything we know about the YouTuber-turned-beauty entrepreneur

19 Dec 2023 - 11:09AM

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

The rise – and plateau – of Snap Inc. billionaire Evan Spiegel

Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel was once one of the youngest billionaires in the world, but his net worth tanked in the past few years – so how did he get here?

14 Dec 2023 - 6:00AM

Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel was once one of the youngest billionaires in the world. Photo: Getty Images

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

10 of the richest hip-hop artists in 2023 – net worths, ranked

From Diddy to Drake, these hip-hop artists are making big bucks beyond music – so who takes the throne on our list with a net worth of US$2.5 billion?

14 Dec 2023 - 6:01PM

Drake, Pharrell Williams and Diddy are some of the richest hip-hop artists in 2023. Photos: @drakeofficlal/Instagram, Getty Images

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

How NBA’s ‘Greek Freak’ Giannis Antetokounmpo makes and spends his millions

‘Greek Freak’ Giannis Antetokounmpo is an NBA star who knows how to invest and splurge his earnings, from luxury cars to homes for his growing family

12 Dec 2023 - 6:00PM

Fame and celebrity

How Joe Rogan earned his US$120 million net worth, from podcasting to acting

While Joe Rogan’s controversial views have seen him cancelled by many, The Joe Rogan Experience podcast makes the 56-year-old plenty of money – as do his comedy specials and UFC work

12 Dec 2023 - 10:13AM

Fame and celebrity

5 celebrities who walked away unhurt from car crashes, some more than once

Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael B. Johnson totalled their expensive Ferraris, while Pete Davidson got away unhurt twice this year … so which other stars were involved in road accidents?

11 Dec 2023 - 5:00AMvideocam

Celebrities who escaped unhurt in car crashes include Cristiano Ronaldo, Justin Bieber and Michael B. Jordan. Photos: Getty Images, @cristiano/Instagram

Icons and Influencers

Meet Alex Cooper, the bold female voice behind the podcast Call Her Daddy

Unafraid to broach any topic, Alex Cooper has become the voice of a generation through her candid podcast Call Her Daddy – so what else do we know about the woman behind the multimillion-dollar show?

8 Dec 2023 - 10:21AM

Fame and celebrity

Who is Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders’ ex-fiancée, Tracey Edmonds?

What happened with Deion Sanders and Tracey Edmonds, who have officially called it quits after being engaged for four years and spending over a decade together?

6 Dec 2023 - 6:00PM

Fame and celebrity

Who is Vanessa Hudgens’ new husband and HSM fan, Cole Tucker?

Vanessa Hudgens just got married to her fiancé Cole Tucker in Tulum, Mexico – here’s a peek inside their wedding and relationship so far

6 Dec 2023 - 6:00PM

Baseball player Cole Tucker and actress Vanessa Hudgens just got married. Photo: @vanessahudgens/Instagram

Fame and celebrity

Who is NBA star Josh Giddey and why is he embroiled in controversy?

According to recent reports, NBA star Josh Giddey is currently facing allegations of an ‘inappropriate relationship with a minor’ after photos and videos surfaced of him online – here’s what we know

5 Dec 2023 - 9:00PM

NBA player Josh Giddey, 21, is embroiled in controversy. Photo: @joshgiddey/Instagram

Luxury travel

‘In My Cruise Era’: What to know about the Taylor Swift-themed fan journey

How to book the Royal Caribbean holiday for Swifties from Miami to the Bahamas, departing next October – but will the pop star herself make an appearance?

4 Dec 2023 - 7:00PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Bryan Spears, Britney’s older brother and ‘best friend’

The pop star celebrated her 42nd birthday with her family, including mum Lynne Spears – but her sibling relationship wasn’t always smooth

4 Dec 2023 - 6:00PM

Luxury travel

Richard Branson’s private Necker Island paradise – now available to book

The Virgin Group founder’s exclusive hideaway has hosted celebrities like Barack Obama, Harry Styles, and Kate Winslet – and now individual rooms are available to book for the first time too

3 Dec 2023 - 6:00AM

Necker Island is Richard Branson’s private paradise in the Caribbean. Photo: Handout

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison’s billion-dollar property portfolio

The tech entrepreneur dropped US$300 million to buy 98 per cent of Hawaii’s Lanai island, which features 2 Four Seasons resorts … so where else has he invested his billions?

3 Dec 2023 - 5:00AM

Oracle’s co-founder Larry Ellison has splashed on prime property over the years, from mega mansions to islands. Photos: Handout, AP

Fame and celebrity

Who is Josh Popper, Madonna’s 29-year-old boxer and model boyfriend?

The ex-NFL hopeful met the pop star through her 18-year-old son, David Banda, and has appeared in Bravo’s Summer House – so just how serious is the romance?

28 Nov 2023 - 7:00PM

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

Move over, Mar-a-Lago: billionaire Ken Griffin’s epic property portfolio

Citadel exec Ken Griffin manages over US$60 billion and is the 36th richest person in the world – now he’s building the biggest estate in Florida, which will dwarf Donald Trump’s signature resort

27 Nov 2023 - 10:43AM

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Ken Griffin

Families of Lion Air crash victims suffer again, ‘predatory’ lawyer evades jail

Keith Griffin has admitted that he knew his boss Tom Girardi failed to distribute settlement funds to families of the Lion Air victims.

For every dollar invested, we bring in more than 8, Hong Kong investment chief says

‘Gus’ the T. rex fetches record US$50.1 million at US auction

Meet Abigail Cowen, who plays Delilah on Every Summer After

The Fate: The Winx Saga star turned to acting after being bullied at school, and moved to Los Angeles when she was 18 – she’s since appeared in several Netflix series.

Huge lines, laughs and gasps as Trump addresses Davos

Trump stuns Davos with jabs at Greenland, Nato, Canada’s Carney, and France’s Macron, as attendees liken the chaotic scene to a rock concert.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Aerospace | Lunar race pits China against US as humans seek return to moon

China and the US are vying to put people on the moon for the first time in more than 50 years in a contest that is as much about economics and geopolitics as it is about technology.

Former Nasa chief calls for new US approach to moon landing – much like China’s

Mike Griffin says Artemis programme ‘cannot work’ because of complex design and unproven tech, while Chinese are ‘doing the right things’.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Blockbuster auctions of dinosaur skeletons don’t do science any favours

From auction houses to the emergence of online retailers, the fossil trade risks robbing the world of research and educational opportunities.

How investor Ken Griffin makes and spends his billions – besides Harvard

The CEO and founder of hedge fund company Citadel has a net worth of around US$37 billion and gives generously to charities and non-profits

Analysis | Hubris, infighting, awkward moments: how DeSantis 2024 unravelled

Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race last May with swagger, high expectations and US$130 million in the bank. He exited the race on Sunday less than a year later with cratering poll numbers.

Hedge funds cap bumper year for profits with TCI, Citadel leading pack

TCI Fund Management topped the rankings with a profit of US$12.9 billion, followed by Citadel at US$8.1 billion, according to estimates by LCH Investments. The industry made US$218 billion after fees.

Hong Kong hedge fund Torq Capital winds down as founder heads for Citadel

Torq, which was seeded by Alibaba co-founder Joe Tsai’s family office, managed more than US$1.5 billion at its peak. Founder Avinash Abraham will join Citadel’s Asia fundamental equities team as portfolio manager.

Billie Eilish’s to-be sis-in-law? Meet Claudia Sulewski, Finneas’ girlfriend

Finneas has been dating influencer Claudia Sulewski since 2018, after the couple met through an app – here’s everything we know about the YouTuber-turned-beauty entrepreneur

The rise – and plateau – of Snap Inc. billionaire Evan Spiegel

Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel was once one of the youngest billionaires in the world, but his net worth tanked in the past few years – so how did he get here?

10 of the richest hip-hop artists in 2023 – net worths, ranked

From Diddy to Drake, these hip-hop artists are making big bucks beyond music – so who takes the throne on our list with a net worth of US$2.5 billion?

How NBA’s ‘Greek Freak’ Giannis Antetokounmpo makes and spends his millions

‘Greek Freak’ Giannis Antetokounmpo is an NBA star who knows how to invest and splurge his earnings, from luxury cars to homes for his growing family

How Joe Rogan earned his US$120 million net worth, from podcasting to acting

While Joe Rogan’s controversial views have seen him cancelled by many, The Joe Rogan Experience podcast makes the 56-year-old plenty of money – as do his comedy specials and UFC work

5 celebrities who walked away unhurt from car crashes, some more than once

Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael B. Johnson totalled their expensive Ferraris, while Pete Davidson got away unhurt twice this year … so which other stars were involved in road accidents?

Meet Alex Cooper, the bold female voice behind the podcast Call Her Daddy

Unafraid to broach any topic, Alex Cooper has become the voice of a generation through her candid podcast Call Her Daddy – so what else do we know about the woman behind the multimillion-dollar show?

Who is Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders’ ex-fiancée, Tracey Edmonds?

What happened with Deion Sanders and Tracey Edmonds, who have officially called it quits after being engaged for four years and spending over a decade together?

Who is Vanessa Hudgens’ new husband and HSM fan, Cole Tucker?

Vanessa Hudgens just got married to her fiancé Cole Tucker in Tulum, Mexico – here’s a peek inside their wedding and relationship so far

Who is NBA star Josh Giddey and why is he embroiled in controversy?

According to recent reports, NBA star Josh Giddey is currently facing allegations of an ‘inappropriate relationship with a minor’ after photos and videos surfaced of him online – here’s what we know

‘In My Cruise Era’: What to know about the Taylor Swift-themed fan journey

How to book the Royal Caribbean holiday for Swifties from Miami to the Bahamas, departing next October – but will the pop star herself make an appearance?

Meet Bryan Spears, Britney’s older brother and ‘best friend’

The pop star celebrated her 42nd birthday with her family, including mum Lynne Spears – but her sibling relationship wasn’t always smooth

Richard Branson’s private Necker Island paradise – now available to book

The Virgin Group founder’s exclusive hideaway has hosted celebrities like Barack Obama, Harry Styles, and Kate Winslet – and now individual rooms are available to book for the first time too

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison’s billion-dollar property portfolio

The tech entrepreneur dropped US$300 million to buy 98 per cent of Hawaii’s Lanai island, which features 2 Four Seasons resorts … so where else has he invested his billions?

Who is Josh Popper, Madonna’s 29-year-old boxer and model boyfriend?

The ex-NFL hopeful met the pop star through her 18-year-old son, David Banda, and has appeared in Bravo’s Summer House – so just how serious is the romance?

Move over, Mar-a-Lago: billionaire Ken Griffin’s epic property portfolio

Citadel exec Ken Griffin manages over US$60 billion and is the 36th richest person in the world – now he’s building the biggest estate in Florida, which will dwarf Donald Trump’s signature resort

Aerospace | Lunar race pits China against US as humans seek return to moon

Opinion | Blockbuster auctions of dinosaur skeletons don’t do science any favours