George Soros

George Soros is a Hungarian-American billionaire investor, philanthropist, and political activist, best known for his work in global financial markets and his extensive philanthropic efforts through the Open Society Foundations. Born in Budapest in 1930, Soros rose to prominence as a successful hedge fund manager, famously earning the title “The Man Who Broke the Bank of England” after his short sale of the British pound in 1992. Beyond finance, George Soros is recognized for his unwavering support of democratic governance, human rights, and education around the world.