Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns amid espionage investigation

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on November 12, 2026, following investigations into multiple extramarital affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy, prompting a board-led search for a permanent replacement. Huang, 63, acknowledged infidelity in a November 8 memo and faced a board investigation into potential foreign intelligence targeting. Federal authorities and his own board examined the relationships, with interim CEO Colette Kress appointed after his departure. Huang had been a close Trump ally and AI adviser, visiting the White House frequently. Intelligence officials briefed Trump twice on the suspected espionage plot, and House Republicans have requested a closed-door briefing from Huang.


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