President and CEO of Nvidia Corporation (1993–present)
President and CEO of Nvidia Corporation (1993–present)
| Title | President and CEO of Nvidia Corporation (1993–present) |
|---|---|
| Born | 1963-02-17 · Taipei |
| Citizenship | Taiwan, United States |
| Education | Oregon State University (BS) Stanford University (MS) |
| Known for | Nvidia |
| Awards | IEEE Founders Medal, VinFuture Prize, Edison Award, Primetime Engineering Award, Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering, IEEE Medal of Honor |
| Family | Relative: Lisa Su |
Portrait: The White House · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
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In just five days, AI chip giant Jensen Huang announced his resignation as Nvidia CEO amid a storm over his private life. Attention has turned to his successor and Nvidia’s future as an AI chip leader. Analysts say the controversy could affect the wider AI market and chip supply chain.
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BBC Chinese
Jensen Huang announced on November 12 that he was stepping down as Nvidia CEO amid a private-life scandal, shifting attention to his successor and the company’s future. The news briefly sent US shares down more than 13% at the start of trading, wiping $500 billion from Nvidia’s market value. The controversy includes reports of affairs with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy and with company executives and employees; Beijing denied the spy allegation. Huang agreed to testify before Congress and faces bipartisan national security scrutiny.
BBBC Chinese
Jensen Huang has left his posts as Nvidia president, CEO and board member and has been asked to testify before a US Senate committee over security concerns.
TTRT World
Often dubbed the “Taylor Swift of tech,” Jensen Huang built Nvidia from a graphics-chip maker into a global AI powerhouse. The company’s GPUs, initially designed for video games, found a transformative role in AI. Huang became Nvidia’s public face as it rose to dominate the industry, appearing frequently with world leaders including Donald Trump. He also acted as a personal bridge between Washington and Beijing, advocating for chips …
CCNA
Former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has agreed to speak with U.S. lawmakers about his relationship with a person alleged to be a Chinese spy. The discussion examines possible implications for U.S. national security.
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NBC News
After several senior lawmakers threatened to subpoena him, Huang agreed to testify on Wednesday. He was ousted as CEO following reports of an alleged affair with a woman suspected of spying for China.
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TechCrunch
A lawmaker says former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has agreed to brief members of Congress about his interactions with a former executive of Singapore-based Megaspeed, which is under scrutiny over potential chip smuggling, and about Nvidia’s security protocols.
NNBC News
Jensen Huang, who faced criticism after admitting to an affair with a woman accused of being a Chinese intelligence agent, has been accused of a separate affair with an Nvidia subordinate.
TTechCrunch
At an impromptu news conference, Trump said he spoke earlier that day with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The remarks followed reports that Nvidia’s board had opened an investigation into Huang’s extramarital affair with a woman alleged to be a Chinese spy.
NNBC News
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged having an extramarital affair, while the company said it will investigate reports that he was targeted by a foreign intelligence effort. The statements come amid scrutiny of his close ties to Megaspeed executive Alice Huang. US outlets report officials suspect she passed intelligence to China and helped smuggle advanced AI technology.
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CNN
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Nvidia’s board is set to meet late Wednesday to consider removing CEO Jensen Huang. Reports of two extramarital affairs and an investigation into alleged links to a Chinese spy have fueled a market sell-off and raised questions about the chipmaker’s leadership.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-12 04:05
Nvidia perpetuals on Hyperliquid fell 7% as traders reacted to reports that CEO Jensen Huang may be removed. Bitcoin continued trading within a familiar price range.
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CoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-12 04:03
The New York Times reported that Huang had also had an affair with another senior employee, after Nvidia investigated his alleged affair with Huang Le, a woman said to be a Chinese spy. Nvidia shares fell sharply afterward, and the board is working with an outside firm to find potential successors for Huang.
BBBC ChineseOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-12 03:43
The story considers whether Nvidia will oust Jensen Huang as CEO and what may come next for AI markets.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-12 03:32
Elon Musk said hiring Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang would be an “honor.” The post on X comes as reports say Nvidia’s board is preparing to oust Huang.
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CNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-12 03:25
Nvidia has no succession plan, and CEO Jensen Huang is facing turmoil, so this article draws up a shortlist of possible successors.
TTechCrunchOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-12 03:13
Two people familiar with the matter told CNN that Nvidia’s board would meet Wednesday night to discuss CEO Jensen Huang’s future. Trump administration insiders reportedly expected him to be ousted. Reports about Huang’s extramarital relationships include one involving a woman believed to be a Chinese spy.
CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-12 03:06
Nvidia’s board is reportedly planning to remove CEO Jensen Huang following reports that he had two extramarital affairs.
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ABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-12 02:42
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, a senior associate dean for leadership studies at Yale School of Management, predicts that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will step down soon, saying he has lost the credibility and legitimacy to lead. Sonnenfeld also criticizes the chipmaker’s board for its handling of the controversy and lack of a succession plan. The board is reportedly preparing to oust Huang following allegations of two extramarital affairs, one involving a subordinate.
CCNAOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-12 02:38
Nvidia perpetual contracts fell 10% on Hyperliquid after The Wall Street Journal reported that the company’s board is preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang over two extramarital affairs.
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