The Latest Breaking News from JKN Global Group

Miss Universe's Civil War Just Cost Six Countries Their Shot at the Crown

Six countries were barred from Miss Universe 2026 in a bitter ownership feud, as both co-owners face fraud and trafficking charges.

Latin Times · Sep 20

Where is Anne Jakrajutatip? Thai Tycoon Reportedly Flees To Mexico Amid $930K Fraud Case

Thai tycoon and Miss Universe co-owner Anne Jakrajutatip is now the subject of an arrest warrant after failing to appear in court over a $930k fraud case, amid reports she has fled Thailand for Mexico.

International Business Times UK · Nov 26, 2025

Rigging allegations be damned, Miss USA won Miss Universe fair and square, CEO says

The Miss Universe Organization and its chief executive have issued statements defending their 2023 champion, Miss USA R'Bonney Gabriel, amid allegations that the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants were rigged.

Los Angeles Times · Jan 18, 2023

JKN acquires Miss Universe for $20m

SET-listed JKN Global Group, a content distribution and service provider, has reached a deal to acquire the Miss Universe beauty pageant business and secure a licence agreement for the show for an investment of up to US$20 million (760 million baht).

Bangkok Post · Oct 26, 2022

JKN acquires Miss Universe Organization

JKN Global Group sealed a deal to acquire Miss Universe Organization (MUO) from IMG Worldwide at US$14 million, its chief executive officer Jakkaphong "Anne" Jakrajutatip said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Oct 26, 2022