Macro Hedge Fund Strategies

Hello, would really appreciate some colour on the differences/similarities between pure macro funds such as Brevan or Bluecrest and the macro pods at a MM like Citadel FIM. Anything relating to the type of strategies they run, how risk is managed by traders etc. Thank you.

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