Trump backs Tim Cook to lead Nvidia after Huang's exit

President Donald Trump has endorsed former Apple CEO Tim Cook as a potential successor to Jensen Huang at Nvidia, following Huang's resignation after revelations about his relationships with two women, one allegedly a Chinese spy. Nvidia has named CFO Colette Kress as interim CEO. Nvidia has begun searching for a permanent replacement, considering both internal and external candidates. Experts note Cook's experience managing global supply chains and navigating geopolitical tensions could appeal to investors, though his current role as Apple's executive chairman may complicate a transition. Internal candidates like Ian Buck and Colette Kress remain contenders, with prediction markets giving them 35% and 29% chances respectively. Huang had become an influential voice in US AI policy, advocating for open-source AI access and exports to China.