WhatsApp founder Jan Koum’s superyacht, Moonrise, has been spotted off Mykonos, drawing attention to the waters around one of Greece’s busiest summer destinations.

The nearly 100-meter (328-ft) vessel belongs to Koum, the Ukrainian-born American billionaire who co-founded WhatsApp. Its presence off Mykonos adds to the island’s long record of attracting large private yachts during the summer season.

Feadship delivered Moonrise superyacht in 2020

Moonrise was built by the Dutch shipyard Feadship and delivered in 2020. The yacht is among the largest vessels produced by the shipbuilder.

At the time of its launch, Feadship said Moonrise was the largest superyacht ever built in the Netherlands by waterline length. The vessel has a gray hull, long horizontal windows, a vertical bow, and a multi-deck exterior design.

WhatsApp founder Jan Koum and the Moonrise superyacht

Koum became one of the most renowned technology entrepreneurs after co-founding WhatsApp. Facebook, now Meta, acquired the messaging app in 2014 in a deal valued at about $19 billion to $22 billion, depending on the calculation.

Koum, now 50, remains among the wealthiest figures in the technology sector, with his fortune estimated at roughly $17 billion. Earlier yacht market estimates placed the value of Moonrise at around $220 million. More recently, Burgess listed the yacht for sale at €325 million ($380 million).

Inside the WhatsApp founder’s superyacht seen off  Mykonos

Moonrise can accommodate up to sixteen guests in eight cabins, while thirty-two crew members handle operations and service on board. The yacht includes a private owner’s deck, movie theater, gym, massage area, hair salon, sundeck, and outdoor guest areas. It also features a beach club, a swimming platform, tenders, water sports equipment, and a helipad.

Feadship designed the superyacht with a focus on reducing noise and vibration. Its engineers worked on the propeller, stabilizers, and anchoring system to limit sound and movement while the yacht operates or remains anchored.

Two MTU engines power the vessel. Moonrise reaches a top speed of 18.5 knots, while specialist yacht listings place its cruising speed at around 16 knots. Moonrise received international recognition in 2021, when it won at the BOAT International World Superyacht Awards in the category Displacement Motor Yachts 3,000GT and Above.

Basketball legend Michael Jordan has returned to Mykonos, once again choosing the “Island of the Winds” for his summer vacation.

The undisputed NBA Greatest of All Time (GOAT) arrived with his private jet and is kicking off his summer in Greece alongside a 25-member entourage, cruising the Aegean aboard his luxury superyacht, M’Brace.

Mykonoslive-tv spotted the basketball icon relaxing on deck, taking in the famous Myconian sunset. In recent years, Jordan has shown a steady preference for Greek destinations, with Mykonos remaining one of his absolute favorite summer stops.

Luxury living aboard the M’Brace

The M’Brace is a striking 65-meter (213-foot) superyacht, built in 2018 by the Dutch shipyard Amels. Designed for both comfort and performance, it features six cabins that accommodate up to twelve guests, expansive interior and exterior lounges, a gym, a jacuzzi, a private club area, and a variety of water sports equipment. The vessel is staffed by a dedicated crew of seventeen.

Registered in the Cayman Islands, M’Brace is considered one of the most discreet yet opulent yachts.  Its value is estimated to be between $115-$150 million, depending on the source.

A global sports icon

Michael Jordan is widely recognized as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Born on February 17, 1963 in Brooklyn, New York and raised in North Carolina, Jordan rose to global prominence through his incredible athleticism, competitive spirit, and unmatched achievements on the court.

He spent the majority of his career playing for the Chicago Bulls, leading the team to six NBA championships in the 1990s. Renowned for his scoring ability, clutch performance, and leadership, Jordan won five regular-season MVP awards and was a fourteen-time NBA All-Star player. His nickname “Air Jordan” stemmed from his signature leaping ability and gravity-defying dunks.

Beyond basketball, Jordan became a cultural icon, elevating the NBA’s global profile and revolutionizing athlete branding through his long-standing partnership with Nike. The success of the Air Jordan sneaker line helped shape the modern sportswear industry.

After retiring from professional play, Jordan became an influential figure in sports business. In 2010, he made history as the first former NBA player to become the majority owner of an NBA franchise, the Charlotte Hornets.