Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid leadership overhaul
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Jensen Huang, Colette Kress, Harvey Jones
Silicon Valley, USA
November 12, 2026
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Nvidia cofounder and CEO Jensen Huang has resigned following reports of personal misconduct. Colette Kress has been appointed interim CEO, and Harvey Jones has been named the company's first board chair. Analysts warn of a potential 25-30 percent decline in Nvidia's market value due to the leadership change.
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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.