Jensen Huang steps down as Nvidia CEO amid scandal; CFO takes interim role

Jensen Huang, 63, the CEO who built Nvidia into a dominant force in the AI semiconductor market, stepped down amid an extramarital affair scandal and allegations tied to national security.

Nvidia announced Thursday (local time) that Huang had resigned as CEO following allegations including suspected involvement in Chinese espionage.

In a statement that day, the company said Huang was stepping down immediately from his roles as CEO and board member.

Nvidia named Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress as interim CEO.

The company also appointed Harvey C. Jones as board chair.