Nvidia board moves to fire CEO Jensen Huang over affairs

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Nvidia's board is preparing to fire CEO Jensen Huang over two extramarital affairs, according to The Wall Street Journal, with one woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. A decision could come as soon as Wednesday local time. The New York Times reports Huang also had a relationship with a direct subordinate, violating the company's internal code of conduct. Nvidia is the global leader in advanced AI chips and one of the world's most valuable firms. Following the news, Nvidia's stock fell over 8% in after-hours trading Wednesday, reversing earlier gains driven by AI optimism. The board's deliberations mark a dramatic turn for the company's longtime leader.


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