Oleg Deripaska is a prominent Russian businessman and industrialist, known for his significant role in the aluminum industry. He founded the Basic Element Group, a diversified investment company, and has been involved in various sectors, including energy and construction. Deripaska gained international attention for his ownership of Rusal, one of the world's largest aluminum producers. Born on January 2, 1968, in Dzerzhinsk, Russia, Deripaska studied at the Moscow State University and later entered the business world in the 1990s. He has faced various controversies and legal challenges, particularly regarding his connections to the Russian government and allegations of corruption.