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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after affair raises national security concerns
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE 24
Source published: 12/11/2026, 14:07:56 UTC
Briefing created: 13/11/2026, 02:49:54 UTC
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Briefings
Nvidia announced on November 12, 2026, that CEO Jensen Huang stepped down after an affair with a woman accused of spying for China. CFO Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO while the board searches for Huang's successor. The company's announcement was made on Thursday following the revelation of the affair.
Key points
- Jensen Huang stepped down as CEO of Nvidia following revelations of an affair with a woman accused of spying for China.
- Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO while the board searches for Huang's successor.
Context
Nvidia announced on Thursday that CEO Jensen Huang was stepping down following revelations that he had an affair with a woman accused of spying for China. The company's chief financial officer Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO while the board searches for Huang's successor.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the company's announcement on Thursday, November 12, 2026, stating Huang stepped down and Kress became interim CEO. No details about the affair, the woman's identity, or the board's search process are provided. No specific dates for the search or successor appointment are given.
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