Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns following scandals
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Jensen Huang
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November 12, 2026
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on November 12, 2026. The resignation follows admissions of an extramarital affair and allegations of espionage involving his partner. CFO Colette Kress will take over leadership of the company.
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