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 …
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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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Jensen Huang’s 700,000% return underscores Nvidia’s succession dilemma. The board is investigating whether a foreign agent targeted its CEO, while confronting the possibility of a future without its singular leader.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-09 23:53
Nvidia’s chips underpin advanced AI development in the US, and CEO Jensen Huang has close ties to President Donald Trump. Huang is under scrutiny after reports of an affair with Megaspeed executive Alice Huang, whom US officials reportedly believe is a Chinese intelligence asset. Questions include whether the relationship affected his push to sell advanced chips to China or US export-control decisions.
TThe VergeOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-09 23:51
At a White House briefing, Trump did not specify when he learned of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s relationship with suspected Chinese spy Alice Huang. Trump said Jensen Huang told him he had no idea she was a spy and called him an honorable person.
TThe VergeOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-09 23:47
Jensen Huang reportedly brought on a PR firm known for handling high-profile sex scandals. Wired said the firm was enlisted soon after a New York Times report in October 2025 described Alice Huang’s business dealings with Jensen Huang.
TTechCrunchOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-09 23:28
President Trump defended Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after the company’s board said it was investigating Huang’s relationship with a person alleged to be a Chinese spy. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell and Brian Cheung discussed possible national security implications, given Huang’s role in the global growth of AI and his proximity to Trump.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-09 23:22
Trump told reporters he believes Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was unaware that his alleged mistress was a suspected Chinese spy. Trump said he expects Huang to be fine as the FBI investigates.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-09 23:13
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 NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-09 23:05
Trump defended Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after the company’s board said it was investigating his relationship with a person alleged to be a Chinese spy. NBC News reporters discussed possible national security implications in light of Huang’s role in AI’s global growth and his proximity to Trump.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-09 22:58
Donald Trump praised Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang as “an amazing guy” and voiced support for Pete Hegseth.
BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-09 22:53
Trump defended Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang as the FBI examines allegations of Chinese spying.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-09 22:47
