Jensen Huang Resigns as NVIDIA CEO Amid Investigation
NVIDIA has announced the resignation of its founder and Chief Executive Officer, Jensen Huang, effective November 11, 2026, marking a significant leadership transition amid an internal investigation into reports concerning his personal relationships and alleged links to an individual suspected of working for Chinese intelligence.
Following Huang’s departure, NVIDIA’s Board of Directors appointed Colette Kress, the company's current Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Kress will retain her financial responsibilities while the board conducts a search for a permanent successor, considering both internal and external candidates.
Kress has been part of NVIDIA's executive leadership since 2013, overseeing the company's financial operations throughout a period of substantial expansion in the semiconductor and artificial intelligence industries. Her appointment places an experienced internal executive at the helm during a critical period for the technology giant.
The leadership change comes as NVIDIA continues to hold a central position in the global AI industry, with its advanced processors and accelerated computing technologies playing a significant role in the development of artificial intelligence. Maintaining operational continuity, customer commitments and product development will remain important priorities under the interim leadership.
Huang's resignation follows reports of a personal relationship with a businesswoman suspected by US authorities of having links to Chinese intelligence. The company's board launched an independent investigation into the matter. Huang had previously acknowledged being unfaithful to his wife, apologized to his family and colleagues, and expressed his willingness to cooperate with the investigation.
As part of the broader leadership restructuring, NVIDIA also appointed Harvey C. Jones as Chairman of the Board, introducing another significant change to its corporate leadership.
The transition marks a new chapter for NVIDIA, with investors and industry observers closely monitoring how the leadership changes may affect the company's strategic direction and its position in the rapidly evolving global AI market.
