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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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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

10 Dec 2025 - 9:00PMvideocam

Science

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

22 Jul 2025 - 7:01PMvideocam

Millionaires and billionaires

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

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

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

Hong Kong-based hedge fund Torq Capital Management, which focused on Asian equities, is closing after seven years. Photo: Shutterstock

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 and billionaires

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

Millionaires and billionaires

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 and billionaires

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

Giannis Antetokounmpo has an estimated net worth of US$70 - US$90 million. Photo: @giannis_an34/Instagram

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

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

Alex Cooper is one of the most famous and successful female podcasters in the world. Photo: @alexandracooper/Instagram

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

Tracey Edmonds is a successful producer, presenter and entrepreneur. Photo: @traceyeedmonds/Instagram

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

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

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

Taylor Swift fans have arranged a luxury cruise themed after the pop star ... but will the songstress herself be on board? Photo: Reuters

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

Millionaires and billionaires

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

Madonna’s new young beau, Josh Popper has appeared on Bravo’s Summer House and had a brief NFL stint. Photo: @_joshpopper/Instagram

Millionaires and billionaires

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

Banking & finance

Private equity firms get trapped in China after US$1.5 trillion betting spree

Mounting concerns about the risks of investing in China have seen secondary buyers demanding huge discounts. Meanwhile, China deals involving PE firms are on track to slide for a second straight year.

14 Nov 2023 - 9:59AM

US-China relations

Xi would find a ‘receptive’ Biden if he agrees to ‘reset’ ties: Hillary Clinton

The former US secretary of state says it would be in China’s interest for Xi to ‘dig in’ during his meeting with Biden to achieve shared goals on issues such as climate change.

9 Nov 2023 - 9:14PM

Hillary Clinton said the Xi-Biden meeting would build confidence amid frosty relations, but it would need to be followed up with further dialogue. Photo: EPA-EFE

Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)

Hong Kong’s 2023 bankers’ summit to attract double last year’s top executives

About 90 top-level executives such as CEOs and chairmen are expected at this year’s event, more than double last year’s attendance.

9 Oct 2023 - 9:36AMvideocam

The HKMA’s Eddie Yue at the SCMP’s offices in Hong Kong on Thursday. Photo: Nathan Tsui

China stock market

Citadel Securities hires ex-BlackRock China head to strengthen role in market

Citadel Securities has hired Tang Xiaodong, former head of China at BlackRock and an ex-regulator, to spearhead its expansion plan in the US$10.3 trillion market.

31 Jul 2023 - 4:17PMvideocam

United States

World’s oldest Hebrew Bible sells at auction for record US$38 million

The ancient text, known as the Codex Sassoon and written around 900 AD, is the most complete early copy of the Hebrew Bible. It was sold at Sotheby’s in New York.

22 May 2023 - 3:46AM

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.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}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

.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}Opinion | Blockbuster auctions of dinosaur skeletons don’t do science any favours

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

Private equity firms get trapped in China after US$1.5 trillion betting spree

Mounting concerns about the risks of investing in China have seen secondary buyers demanding huge discounts. Meanwhile, China deals involving PE firms are on track to slide for a second straight year.

Xi would find a ‘receptive’ Biden if he agrees to ‘reset’ ties: Hillary Clinton

The former US secretary of state says it would be in China’s interest for Xi to ‘dig in’ during his meeting with Biden to achieve shared goals on issues such as climate change.

Hong Kong’s 2023 bankers’ summit to attract double last year’s top executives

About 90 top-level executives such as CEOs and chairmen are expected at this year’s event, more than double last year’s attendance.

Citadel Securities hires ex-BlackRock China head to strengthen role in market

Citadel Securities has hired Tang Xiaodong, former head of China at BlackRock and an ex-regulator, to spearhead its expansion plan in the US$10.3 trillion market.

World’s oldest Hebrew Bible sells at auction for record US$38 million

The ancient text, known as the Codex Sassoon and written around 900 AD, is the most complete early copy of the Hebrew Bible. It was sold at Sotheby’s in New York.

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