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Sonnenfeld, J., Henriques, S., & Tian, S. (2026, November 11). What Comes Next for NVIDIA. TIME. https://time.com/article/2026/11/11/what-comes-next-for-nvidia/

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The article discusses potential leadership changes at NVIDIA following allegations against CEO Jensen Huang involving a Chinese executive and concerns over national security and company integrity. On November 8, the NVIDIA board announced an investigation into reports that Huang was targeted by foreign intelligence efforts; on November 11, The New York Times reported on Huang’s relationship with a subordinate who is reportedly involved in illegal activities related to China. As of now, there are whispers within finance, tech, and government circles about removing Huang from his position due to perceived risks to U.S. national security and NVIDIA's reputation. The piece also explores the board's decision-making process and considers potential replacements or leadership models for moving forward.
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As of November 12, 2026, Jensen Huang resigned as CEO of Nvidia following a series of scandals, including reports of an affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy and additional extramarital relationships. The company’s board appointed Colette Kress, the chief financial officer, as interim CEO. The board had initiated an independent investigation into allegations that Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation, and Republicans in Congress had requested he testify at a closed-door briefing. Amid these developments, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Tim Cook, the former CEO of Apple, could be a potential replacement for Huang.

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TimeThis outlet11 Nov

The article discusses potential leadership changes at NVIDIA following allegations against CEO Jensen Huang involving a Chinese executive and concerns over national security and company integrity. On November 8, the NVIDIA board announced an investigation into reports that Huang was targeted by foreign intelligence efforts; on November 11, The New York Times reported on Huang’s relationship with a subordinate who is…

What Comes Next for NVIDIA (this article)2 articles from Time on this story
The Straits Times12 Nov

Lawmakers are criticizing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for not adding Chinese companies to the US trade blacklist and for insufficient oversight of Nvidia’s chip exports to China. This criticism intensified after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s resignation in November following revelations about his affair with someone suspected of spying for Beijing. Senator Elizabeth Warren and others are demanding explanations and…

Trump’s commerce chief Lutnick criticised over chip exports after Nvidia CEO resignation →29 articles from The Straits Times on this story
CBS News12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, resigned abruptly after it was revealed he had an extramarital relationship with Alice Huang, who was linked to a Chinese spy scandal. The relationship came under scrutiny when Alice Huang's company, Megaspeed, rapidly grew in assets and became a significant buyer of Nvidia's chips. The article details a timeline from 2015 to early 2025, highlighting key events and financial…

Here's how Jensen Huang's abrupt resignation unfolded at Nvidia →29 articles from CBS News on this story
Semafor12 Nov

Silicon Valley insiders view Jensen Huang’s departure from Nvidia as both an opportunity and a concern. While some see it as a positive shift for U.S. tech firms due to redirected chip exports to China, others worry about the long-term impact on innovation. The article argues that Huang’s leadership was crucial for Nvidia’s innovative edge, and his absence may hinder future breakthroughs, potentially stalling…

Nvidia without Huang is like Apple without Jobs: A cash spigot without real innovation →20 articles from Semafor on this story
NBC News12 Nov

President Trump suggested Tim Cook, Apple's executive chairman, as a candidate to become the new CEO of Nvidia following Jensen Huang's resignation. The article from NBC News and The New York Times discusses Cook's qualifications and mentions Colette Kress, who is currently serving as Nvidia's interim CEO.

Trump recommends Tim Cook for Nvidia CEO after Jensen Huang resigns →17 articles from NBC News on this story
New York Post12 Nov

Jensen Huang, former CEO of Nvidia, had an extramarital affair with another Nvidia employee just before his resignation as CEO on Thursday. Reuters reported this information based on sources familiar with the situation, bringing the total number of known affairs to three.

Third extramarital affair comes to light hours after Jensen Huang quits Nvidia →15 articles from New York Post on this story
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Al Jazeera12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, has resigned following reports of a second extra-marital affair, which came to light after an earlier scandal involving an alleged relationship with a suspected Chinese spy. The article focuses on the personal misconduct that led to Huang's departure from the company he led for many years.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down, more affair details revealed →14 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
The Independent11 Nov

Nvidia’s board is considering removing CEO Jensen Huang due to disclosures about his extramarital relationships, including one with Kimberly Powell, a senior subordinate at the company. The New York Times reported that Powell, who leads Nvidia's healthcare unit, was observed in an affectionate encounter with Huang during a March conference, which violates the company’s code of conduct against personal relationships…

Nvidia moves to oust spy-tainted CEO Jensen Huang after word of affair with subordinate: report →13 articles from The Independent on this story
The Hindu12 Nov

Jensen Huang resigned as CEO of Nvidia on November 12, 2026, after being revealed to have had extramarital affairs, including one with a woman accused of spying for China. Nvidia's shares fell 10% in premarket trading following the announcement. Colette Kress, the company’s CFO, will serve as interim CEO. Huang’s departure from the AI industry leader, where he co-founded and held a 3.61% stake, raises concerns about…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns in big blow to AI boom →13 articles from The Hindu on this story
City A.M.12 Nov

Nvidia’s stock price dropped 16% on Thursday, erasing nearly $600 billion from its market value after CEO Jensen Huang resigned due to revelations of extramarital affairs. Huang, who had led the company for 33 years, transformed Nvidia into a dominant AI chip supplier. Nvidia’s finance chief, Colette Kress, will serve as interim CEO, while the company searches for a permanent replacement. The stock’s sharp decline…

Chip-wreck: Nvidia sheds $600bn on Huang exit →13 articles from City A.M. on this story
BBC12 Nov

Jensen Huang has stepped down as CEO of Nvidia, with chief financial officer Colette Kress taking over as interim leader. Nvidia's stock initially dropped by more than 13% following the announcement but has since partially recovered. The article focuses on the implications for Nvidia moving forward and references a separate piece detailing Huang's career.

Jensen Huang has resigned, what's next for Nvidia? →12 articles from BBC on this story
The Guardian12 Nov

Jensen Huang has stepped down as CEO of Nvidia following allegations of extramarital affairs, including one with a suspected Chinese spy. Nvidia's CFO, Colette Kress, will serve as interim CEO until a new permanent leader is chosen. The company's board praised Huang's contributions but did not address the personal conduct issues in their statement. Huang's departure comes at a critical time for Nvidia, a key player…

Jensen Huang resigns as Nvidia CEO after alleged affairs →11 articles from The Guardian on this story
Daily Mail12 Nov

The article discusses the age-old espionage tactic known as the "honey trap," where attractive women are used to seduce high-profile men to gain sensitive information. It specifically mentions Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who is accused of falling for a suspected Chinese spy named Alice Huang, potentially compromising his position in tech leadership. The piece highlights how this method was extensively used by Soviet…

The honeypot plot against America: Secrets of X-rated playbook spies use to bed elite men revealed... as Nvidia affair scandal threatens economic catastrophe →11 articles from Daily Mail on this story
South China Morning Post11 Nov

The article discusses potential political ramifications of an affair involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. It focuses on how U.S.-China relations might be affected, particularly noting concerns raised by China hawks in Washington who see opportunities to escalate tensions based on alleged targeting by Chinese intelligence services, despite denials from Beijing.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s affair: everything you need to know →11 articles from South China Morning Post on this story
Just the News12 Nov

Nvidia's former CEO, Jensen Huang, has agreed to brief the bipartisan House committee on China regarding his relationship with a woman alleged to be a Chinese spy. Rep. John Moolenaar confirmed the discussions about the briefing following Huang's resignation amidst allegations of an affair with a company executive and his relationship with the alleged spy. Nvidia, known for its role in the AI revolution, saw its CEO…

Huang, Nvidia CEO who resigned, agrees to brief Congress on relationship with alleged spy: lawmaker →9 articles from Just the News on this story
Times of India12 Nov

US Congressman Jamie Raskin and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer are pressing for investigations into whether Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was influenced by a woman suspected of ties to Chinese intelligence. Lawmakers are particularly concerned about potential compromises to US national security, including allegations that Huang used his influence to secure special permission from former President Donald Trump for…

Did China use a 'honeypot' to influence Nvidia CEO? US Congress wants answers →9 articles from Times of India on this story
Sydney Morning Herald12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, resigned amid revelations of extramarital affairs, one involving a suspected Chinese spy, causing Nvidia's market value to drop by nearly the entire GDP of Pakistan. Huang's unique influence over the AI industry, as Nvidia supplies about 90% of chips used to train AI models, and his lack of a clear successor, have raised significant questions about the future of AI and U.S.-China…

Huang is the king who straddled an empire, only to allow his passions to lay siege to it →8 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story
Euronews12 Nov

Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman, has been linked to allegations of espionage against Nvidia and its former CEO, Jensen Huang. US intelligence agencies suspected she was recruited by Beijing to gather information on Nvidia. Huang and Jensen Huang, who are not related, were seen together at industry events and were reportedly close, leading to speculation about the nature of their relationship. In May 2025…

Who is Alice Huang, the alleged Chinese spy linked to Nvidia's Jensen Huang? →7 articles from Euronews on this story
Dawn12 Nov

Nvidia appointed Colette Kress as its interim CEO after ousting founder Jensen Huang. Kress, who has been Nvidia’s CFO since 2013, will lead the company known for its powerful processors used in supercomputers and AI data centers. The article outlines Kress’s career, including her roles at Texas Instruments, Microsoft, and Cisco, and highlights her education and financial compensation.

Who is Nvidia interim CEO Colette Kress? →7 articles from Dawn on this story
Washington Examiner12 Nov

Multiple reports indicate that Nvidia's board is planning to remove CEO Jensen Huang due to his confession of an affair with a suspected Chinese spy named Alice Huang. Earlier this month, Huang publicly apologized for the affair and its implications. U.S. officials suspect that Alice Huang used her relationship with Huang to gather intelligence for China, prompting an investigation by Nvidia into the situation.

Nvidia board preparing to remove CEO Jensen Huang: Report →6 articles from Washington Examiner on this story
CBC12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned after reports surfaced of two extramarital affairs, one involving a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Following the revelation, Nvidia's board met to discuss Huang's future, leading to his immediate resignation as CEO and board member. Colette Kress, the company's CFO, will serve as interim CEO. Nvidia's stock price dropped more than 10% in pre-market trading following the news.

LIVE UPDATES: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after reports of 2 extramarital affairs →6 articles from CBC on this story
Toronto Sun12 Nov

Columnist Warmington discusses the scandal involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who was ousted from his position due to extramarital affairs, including with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Huang’s resignation caused Nvidia’s stock price to drop by 6.02% on Thursday. The column emphasizes the use of the classic espionage tactic known as a "honey trap," where a person is seduced to gain access to sensitive…

WARMINGTON: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s honey trap scandal may cause stock market shockwaves →6 articles from Toronto Sun on this story
Toronto Star12 Nov

Asian stock markets showed weakness on Thursday as worries about leadership at chipmaker Nvidia affected AI-related stocks. In after-hours trading, Nvidia's shares dropped by 8.6% following reports that the company’s board was meeting to address issues related to CEO Jensen Huang, who is involved in a controversy over an affair with a Chinese woman that has raised national security concerns in the U.S.

Asian shares mostly slip as Nvidia's troubles weigh on AI stocks, despite a rally on Wall St →6 articles from Toronto Star on this story
ABC News (US)12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has stepped down from his position, reportedly due to an alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Colette Kress, Nvidia’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, will temporarily take over as CEO. The company announced Huang’s resignation on Thursday.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns amid alleged affair with suspected spy →5 articles from ABC News (US) on this story
ABC News (AU)12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under pressure due to recent reports about his relationships with two women, one suspected to be linked to Chinese espionage. Despite initial support from the company, Nvidia's board is now considering removing Huang amid growing shareholder concerns and legal action for alleged fraud. The article highlights that Nvidia lacks a clear succession plan, as Huang has led the company since its…

With Jensen Huang under pressure, Nvidia finds itself with no succession plan →5 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
Daily Caller12 Nov

President Trump suggested Tim Cook, the former Apple CEO, to replace Jensen Huang, the recently resigned CEO of Nvidia. Trump made the suggestion on his platform Truth Social after Huang stepped down amid a scandal involving an alleged Chinese spy. Huang admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, who used her relationship to move over $7.5 billion worth of Nvidia chips to Chinese firms. The FBI is…

Trump: ‘There’s Only One Man’ To Replace Ousted Nvidia CEO →5 articles from Daily Caller on this story
The Daily Wire12 Nov

President Donald Trump suggested Tim Cook as the replacement for Jensen Huang, who resigned as CEO of Nvidia amid personal scandals involving affairs, one of which allegedly involved a Chinese spy. Trump’s suggestion is purely speculative, as he has no authority over Nvidia’s leadership decisions. The company’s board has appointed CFO Colette Kress as interim CEO and is searching for a permanent replacement…

Trump Wants Tech Legend To Replace Jensen Huang At Nvidia →5 articles from The Daily Wire on this story
Evening Standard10 Nov

Nvidia's stock value dropped significantly after reports emerged that CEO Jensen Huang was potentially involved with a foreign intelligence effort. Shares fell by about 8% at one point, reducing Nvidia’s market valuation by over $300 billion before settling at a 4% drop. The company launched an investigation following Huang’s admission of an affair and China denied the spying allegations. This development has raised…

Nvidia shares plunge after boss embroiled in alleged Chinese spy scandal →5 articles from Evening Standard on this story
The Bulwark12 Nov

This article is an opinion piece by David Frum discussing the involvement of Donald Trump and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS). Frum asserts that Trump knowingly invited a compromised individual onto Air Force One and allowed him to facilitate the sale of sensitive technology to China. The author questions whether Trump might be acting as a foreign agent and suggests that the…

Spies Like Trump →5 articles from The Bulwark on this story
NPR12 Nov

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, has stepped down following an investigation into allegations of an extramarital affair with a client suspected of being recruited by China’s top spy agency. Huang admitted to cheating in an email to staff and promised to cooperate with the investigation. Nvidia’s stock price dropped significantly after the scandal came to light. Colette Kress, Nvidia’s CFO, has been appointed interim CEO…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid alleged spy scandal →3 articles from NPR on this story
Fox News11 Nov

Foreign intelligence services are using tactics like "honeytraps" to target American tech executives and gain access to sensitive information, according to experts speaking to Fox News Digital. This includes the recent revelation involving NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Megaspeed executive Alice Huang, identified as a Chinese intelligence asset. Former NSA analyst Ira Winkler explains that such…

Foreign spy ‘honeytraps’ targeting America’s tech elite spark alarm amid Nvidia CEO scandal →3 articles from Fox News on this story
The Free Press12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned after The New York Times reported that he had an affair with an Nvidia employee, in addition to an affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. The broader concern is whether Huang violated federal law by potentially aiding in the illegal export of advanced Nvidia chips to China through a Singaporean front company run by his alleged mistress.

Jensen Huang’s Downfall Isn’t Just About Sex →3 articles from The Free Press on this story
Mother Jones12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, has resigned amid a scandal involving an extramarital affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy and another affair with a direct employee. Despite plummeting stock prices, Huang continues to receive support from prominent figures like Elon Musk and Bill Ackman. The article highlights the misogynistic tone of the online support for Huang, with many commenters comparing his…

Jensen Huang Is Out. The Misogyny Is Forever. →3 articles from Mother Jones on this story
Global News9 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing allegations of an affair with Alice Huang, a former executive at Megaspeed, a company that partnered with Nvidia Cloud. U.S. intelligence reportedly suspects Alice Huang was a Chinese spy aiming to gather information on Nvidia’s AI chips and potentially influence Nvidia to supply its advanced technology to China. Following these reports, Nvidia’s stock dropped by four percent on…

Nvidia’s CEO is facing a suspected spy affair scandal. Here’s what we know so far →2 articles from Global News on this story
Los Angeles Times10 Nov

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, is under investigation by his company's board after allegations that he had a relationship with a suspected Chinese spy. Huang acknowledged in an employee letter that he engaged in an affair and apologized for falling short of trust expectations. Despite the board’s assurance that no secrets were compromised, the scandal has unsettled Silicon Valley and Washington, raising concerns over…

He built a chipmaking giant. Now Jensen Huang faces his biggest test →2 articles from Los Angeles Times on this story
The Blaze9 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair in a company-wide email after U.S. intelligence accused him of having a close relationship with Alice Huang, who is managing director of Singapore-based firm Megaspeed. Tech Insider reported that Megaspeed purchased 136,000 Nvidia GPUs for about $2 billion over 2025-2026, leading to suspicions that the company might be a shell corporation aiding China in evading U.S…

Nvidia CEO admits to affair — as suspected lover is accused of smuggling banned chips to China-linked cutouts →
The Dispatch10 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to an extramarital affair with a woman whom U.S. authorities suspect is a Chinese spy. The affair was reported in late October by the New York Times and involves a business relationship with a Chinese national who works for Megaspeed, a Singaporean firm under investigation for potential violations of U.S. chip export regulations. This development could impact Huang’s role in…

Jensen Huang’s Affair Could Reshape the Chip War →
The Globe and Mail10 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing a board investigation after admitting to an intimate relationship with a woman alleged by U.S. intelligence agencies to be a Chinese spy. This scrutiny could destabilize the AI industry, given Huang's influential role as an evangelist and innovator. The potential impact on Nvidia’s stock price and the broader tech sector highlights concerns about the sustainability of the current AI…

Morning Update: Scrutiny of an AI kingpin →
Zeteo10 Nov

This article discusses Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's admitted affair, which U.S. media are focusing on for sensational details. However, the piece argues that this scandal highlights broader issues regarding U.S. economic dominance and China’s efforts to undermine it through technological means. It suggests that Alice Huang, reportedly involved in the affair, is suspected of engaging in commercial espionage for the…

Jensen Huang’s Affair Isn’t the Only Reason the U.S. Is Losing Ground to China in the Tech War →
Reason12 Nov

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, resigned due to an extramarital affair with a woman accused of being a Chinese spy. The incident involves national security concerns as Nvidia’s chips are crucial for AI development. Nvidia’s stock value has dropped significantly since the news broke, raising questions about the company's future without Huang's leadership. President Trump previously defended Huang, stating his belief in…

The Nvidia Affairs →
Deutsche Welle12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on Thursday following a second extramarital affair with an employee, coming just days after admitting a relationship with a suspected Chinese spy. Colette Kress, Nvidia’s CFO, will take over as interim CEO. Huang’s departure and the scandals have caused Nvidia’s market value to drop by over $600 billion since Sunday, with shares falling more than 9% in premarket trading on Thursday.

Jensen Huang: Spy row, second affair leaves Nvidia without its rockstar CEO →

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AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • Nvidia's stock value dropped significantly after the company's board launched an investigation into reports of a foreign intelligence effort targeting Huang.12
  • A shareholder filed a lawsuit against Nvidia and Huang, alleging misleading statements about the affair and national security concerns.46
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Nvidia’s advanced chips, which power much of today’s artificial intelligence, have put the company at the centre of the race for tech dominance between China and the US.

17 outlets

President Donald Trump told reporters Monday that he spoke with Huang that day about the allegations.

13 outlets

The woman, Alice Huang, worked as an executive for Singapore-based data center company Megaspeed, which is one of Nvidia’s biggest customers in Southeast Asia.

12 outlets

Nvidia’s CFO Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO and retain her CFO position.

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Alice Huang's status

spy: US intelligence reportedly circulated a memo last spring alleging that Alice Huang, also known as Huang Le, was an operative for China’s Ministry of State Security. Euronews

denied: In China, officials have denied that Alice Huang is an intelligence asset. Reason

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Nvidia's stock loss

8%: Nvidia’s stock fell about 8% at one stage in early trading on Wall Street, knocking its value by more than 300 billion US dollars (£222 billion), before settling about 4% down after the firm announced the investigation on Sunday, after an admission by Mr Huang that he had an affair with a business executive.

4.3%: The action accused the defendants of misleading shareholders about the affair before it caused Nvidia shares to dip 4.3 percent by close on Monday, reducing the company's market capitalization by approximately $190 billion.

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How the first headlines put it

  • The Evening Standard focuses on the stock market impact and the spy scandal, while CBS News emphasizes the board's preparation to oust Huang.12
  • The Daily Wire highlights the lawsuit against Nvidia and Huang, while Al Jazeera focuses on the implications for national security.43
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Trump’s Favorite Tech CEO Caught in Chinese Spy Sex Scandal The Bulwark

Nvidia CEO admits to affair — as suspected lover is accused of smuggling banned chips to China-linked cutouts The Blaze

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid alleged spy scandal NPR

Foreign spy ‘honeytraps’ targeting America’s tech elite spark alarm amid Nvidia CEO scandal Fox News

Nvidia boss Jensen Huang admits infidelity, board probes affair with alleged Chinese spy Sydney Morning Herald

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But with Huang reportedly ensnared in an affair with a Chinese executive rumored to be a suspected Chinese intelligence asset and allegedly involved in laundering NVIDIA chips into China around bans, a growing chorus of voices across finance, tech, and government circles are whispering the once-unthinkable: that Huang may have lost the legitimacy to lead.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “an institution is the lengthened shadow of one man.” asserted
institution → say → man
In NVIDIA’s case, the shadow of its CEO and co-founder, Jensen Huang, is a haunting one. asserted
shadow → haunt → CEO
Many within Silicon Valley see Huang as a visionary genius, whose vision as the “Godfather of AI” has improved billions of lives around the world and contributed greatly to American prosperity and innovation. asserted
vision → see → prosperity
When attending our Yale CEO forums, he has been revered by CEOs across sectors and around the world for his bold, entrepreneurial vision and his revolutionary technological triumphs. asserted
he → attend → vision
But with Huang reportedly ensnared in an affair with a Chinese executive rumored to be a suspected Chinese intelligence asset and allegedly involved in laundering NVIDIA chips into China around bans, a growing chorus of voices across finance, tech, and government circles are whispering the once-unthinkable: that Huang may have lost the legitimacy to lead. uncertain
Huang → ensnare → legitimacy
And indeed, we believe the NVIDIA board is finally doing the right thing: moving to oust Huang. asserted
board → believe → Huang
That follows a tortured sequence of events. asserted
That → follow → events
On Nov. 8, NVIDIA’s board of directors announced it had launched an independent investigation into reports that Huang has been the target of a foreign intelligence effort. asserted
Huang → announce → effort
“While the Board has no reason to believe that either national security or NVIDIA secrets were compromised, the Board's inquiry will examine all available information,” wrote the leaders in a statement. asserted
leaders → have → statement
“Jensen fully supports the review and has committed to cooperating with it. asserted
Jensen → support → it
The Board has confidence in Jensen and his leadership team.” Then, on Nov. 11, The New York Times reported that Huang allegedly had a relationship with an executive who reports to him. uncertain
who → have → him
The saga culminated in The Wall Street Journal reporting that the NVIDIA board is preparing to oust Huang. asserted
board → culminate → Huang
Critics point out that Huang has shown remarkably poor judgment, putting NVIDIA and U.S. national security at risk. asserted
Huang → point → risk
Others argue he has lost the confidence of key customers with his recklessness. asserted
he → argue → recklessness
Ideally, boards working with visionary founders can help ground the leader in reality while also supporting creative, calculated risk-taking. asserted
boards → work → taking
A lot of visionary founders have grown tremendously in this model. asserted
lot → grow → model
In fact, when managed the right way, these founders have the ability to drive their organizations to become more, not less, nimble. asserted
founders → manage → organizations
That is why our research reveals that long-tenured CEOs often outperform. asserted
CEOs → reveal → ?
Corporate boards must be able to speak truth to power, as good governance is neither blind loyalty nor an always-adversarial mentality—and have the courage to support or reprimand a CEO under scrutiny. asserted
governance → speak → scrutiny
And most importantly, and overlooked, boards must be on the lookout for grandiose and reckless conduct, and curtail those instincts when appropriate. asserted
boards → overlook → instincts
Now, the question is what comes next for NVIDIA with Huang seemingly out? asserted
Huang → come → NVIDIA
NVIDIA's board had three choices when it comes to Huang’s future: remove him, force him to take a leave of absence, or let him off the hook with a reprimand amounting to a slap on the wrist. asserted
it → have → wrist
And it did the right thing by moving to oust Huang. asserted
it → do → Huang
Of note, NVIDIA does not have dual-class shares, and Huang only owns a single-digit percentage of the company’s shares, so the board controlled his fate, not Huang himself. asserted
board → have → fate
Boards rarely remove a chief executive solely for being unfaithful to a spouse, but they do sometimes remove executives when the board subsequently loses trust in them. asserted
board → remove → them
We would argue Jensen’s is a different kind of case. asserted
Jensen → argue → case
Likewise, there are some examples of CEOs who were forced to take a leave of absence, either by their boards or for personal reasons, and then subsequently returned to the job successfully. asserted
who → be → job
Some notable examples include Steve Jobs of Apple, who took a six-month medical leave to focus on his health in 2009, and then returned to run Apple alongside Tim Cook; Tony Fernandes of AirAsia, who gave up his role for two months amid allegations that were later disproven by an independent review which cleared him of all wrongdoing; as well as Kraft Foods CEO Roger Deromedi, who returned as CEO of Kraft after a medical leave. asserted
who → include → leave
Sometimes, boards choose to reprimand founders, allowing them to stay on as CEO with barely any changes. asserted
them → choose → changes
Perhaps the most famous example is Elon Musk of Tesla in 2018, over his false tweets that Tesla would be taken private for $420 a share. asserted
Tesla → take → 420
The SEC settlement made Musk give up the chairmanship for three years while he stayed on as CEO. asserted
he → make → CEO
Both he and Tesla each paid $20 million, and Tesla added two independent directors. asserted
Tesla → pay → directors
The board likely weighed all three but came around to the right decision: Huang would be hard to replace, but the time was right to make a move and to replace Huang amidst escalating scandal and controversy. asserted
time → weigh → scandal
As top GOP voices such as Senator Kevin Cramer called for Huang’s resignation as NVIDIA CEO, it is apparent that NVIDIA had no public succession plan. asserted
NVIDIA → call → plan
Huang has boasted of having some 60 direct reports, a hub-and-spokes model which is common to many founders but which is unprecedented in its sheer scale. asserted
which → boast → scale
Few founders can balance the global travel and responsibilities Huang has and still maintain even a fraction of that many direct reports. asserted
Huang → balance → reports
Unfortunately for the NVIDIA board, they are unable to draft someone with requisite CEO experience off the board on an interim basis that would buy them time, unlike some other emergency succession parallels. asserted
that → draft → parallels
For example, Lew Platt, an honorable former CEO of Hewlett-Packard, stepped in off the board when CEO Phil Condit left Boeing amidst a series of scandals; and similarly, when John Akers imploded at IBM, the company brought in Jim Burke of Johnson & Johnson fame as Chair of the search committee for a new CEO, ultimately landing Lou Gerstner. asserted
company → step → Gerstner
One top internal candidate at NVIDIA would be Colette Kress, the veteran CFO who is widely known and admired across Silicon Valley and Wall Street circles. asserted
who → know → circles
It seems clear that there is nobody outside of Huang and Ian Buck who knows the company as well as Kress and who already has relationships with key stakeholders inside and outside the company; but Kress is not a technologist by background. asserted
Kress → seem → background
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