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‘It’s a mistake for Nvidia to let Jensen resign’: reactions from tech leaders on Jensen Huang’s resignation

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In short

The chipmaker confirmed the executive's rapid departure after reports emerged detailing his relationships with an alleged Chinese spy and a direct subordinate. Hours after the resignation, additional reporting revealed an intimate relationship with a company employee. Prominent figures including U.S. President Donald Trump and major tech leaders quickly rallied to offer public support, questioning whether the board made the right decision.

Key points

  • High-profile technology leaders including Elon Musk and Tim Sweeney openly defended Huang…: High-profile technology leaders including Elon Musk and Tim Sweeney openly defended Huang's extensive innovation record.
  • Multiple executives characterized the board's decision to accept the resignation as an ov…: Multiple executives characterized the board's decision to accept the resignation as an overreaction to private matters.
  • Industry figures expressed significant concern regarding the long-term impact Huang's abr…: Industry figures expressed significant concern regarding the long-term impact Huang's abrupt exit will have on Nvidia.

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Nvidia announced this morning that Jensen Huang has resigned as CEO following reports of two affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy and one with a direct report. The situation surrounding Huang has unfolded quickly, with The New York Times only reporting on Friday that Huang and the suspected spy were “close” before other dominoes started to fall, leading to a swift fall from grace for one of the biggest names in technology. (Hours after Huang’s resignation was announced, Reuters reported that he also had an “intimate relationship” with another Nvidia employee.)

‘It’s a mistake for Nvidia to let Jensen resign’: reactions from tech leaders on Jensen Huang’s resignation

Many prominent voices in technology and the president of the US have publicly supported the former Nvidia CEO despite his ouster.

Many prominent voices in technology and the president of the US have publicly supported the former Nvidia CEO despite his ouster.

Prominent voices in technology have come out in support of Huang, with some calling the resignation a “waste” and a sad day for “all humanity.” The narrative among…

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