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Tech titan’s ex-wife fails to win greater share of AI boom in decade-long ‘divorce of the century’

A South Korean court has finalized a massive divorce settlement involving SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won.

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The brief

A South Korean court has ordered SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won to pay a settlement to his ex-wife, Roh Soh-yeong, following a decade-long legal process. Coverage identifies the payment as approximately $640 million to $644 million.

Reports from the Financial Times, Reuters, Bloomberg, the BBC, and CNN highlight that the ruling concludes what has been characterized as the 'divorce of the century.' Outlets note that Roh Soh-yeong unsuccessfully sought a larger portion of the wealth linked to the recent surge in artificial intelligence technology. Attention now shifts to the potential impact on SK Group's governance and the implications of this final judicial order for both parties.

Coverage does not yet specify the timeline for the payment transfer.

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Quick answers

Who is involved in the divorce ruling?

The case involves SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won and his ex-wife, Roh Soh-yeong.

What was the core disagreement regarding the settlement?

Roh Soh-yeong sought a greater share of the assets associated with the growth of the artificial intelligence sector.

How much has the court ordered the chairman to pay?

Sources report varying figures between $640 million and $644 million.

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SK Group Chey Tae-won Roh Soh-yeong South Korea Divorce

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