The NVIDIA Board of Directors announced that Jensen Huang, the company’s founder and CEO, has resigned as president, CEO, and director.
The company plans to appoint an interim CEO while searching for a successor.
Reports had recently surfaced regarding Mr. Huang’s relationship with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy, and NVIDIA had announced the launch of an independent investigation.
Although the announcement made no mention of verifying the facts regarding this relationship, it confirmed Mr. Huang’s resignation from all his positions. Colette Kress, currently Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been named interim CEO, and the Board of Directors will begin the search for a successor while considering candidates from both inside and outside the company.
In closing the announcement, NVIDIA stated, “Jensen has made immense contributions to NVIDIA. NVIDIA is one of the world’s most important technology companies. The Board of Directors and the company express their gratitude for Jensen’s immeasurable contributions to the company and the industry.”
NVIDIA’s financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2027 are scheduled to be announced on November 17, local time, as planned.
