Nvidia's Jensen Huang Resigns in Scandal, Yet Silicon Valley Rallies Behind Him

Jensen Huang resigned from Nvidia on Thursday amid a corporate scandal involving reports of multiple extramarital affairs, including with a subordinate, yet he is receiving widespread public support from former employees and Silicon Valley peers. Current and former staff took to social media to praise Huang as an inspiring leader, with some calling his departure a "heartbreaking day" and others suggesting his ousting was premature. Nvidia's CFO Colette Kress has assumed the interim leadership role, receiving backing from employees like vice president Bryan Catanzaro. Huang, known for his signature black leather jacket and deep employee loyalty, was a central figure in the AI industry, with Nvidia financing much of the sector. Supporters include Elon Musk and venture capitalists, though some critics acknowledge his mistakes while noting the significant void his departure leaves.