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Techcrunch 12 November 2026

Nvidia appoints new CEO after unexpected departure of Huang

Nvidia appoints new CEO after unexpected departure of Huang

Nvidia has appointed a new CEO just days after former CEO Jensen Huang publicly revealed a romantic affair with an alleged Chinese spy. This disclosure has caused a stir within the tech industry, raising questions about the impact on Nvidia's reputation and operations.

Colette Kress, the current CFO of Nvidia, has been named interim CEO. She brings years of experience in the financial sector and has played a key role within the organization. The choice of Kress can be viewed as a strategic move to ensure stability as the company adjusts to this unexpected change in leadership.

It remains uncertain how this transition will affect Nvidia's future operations, especially regarding their innovative products and developments in chip technology. The market will closely monitor how Kress leads the company and whether she can retain the trust of investors and customers after this turbulent time.

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