South Korean tech billionaire ordered to pay $640mn in ‘divorce of the century’

In a high-profile case, South Korean tech mogul Chey Tae-won, chair of SK Hynix, has been ordered to pay his estranged wife a staggering $640 million in what’s dubbed the 'divorce of the century.' The ruling comes a decade after Chey first admitted to an extramarital affair, leading to the eventual breakdown of his marriage. This case underscores the significant financial stakes involved in high-profile divorces and the complex legal battles that can ensue. It also highlights the broader implications for asset distribution and the corporate world's response to such personal matters.