Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns amid alleged spy affair

Nvidia Chief Executive Officer, Jensen Huang, has officially resigned from his position following an investigation into two extramarital affairs. The company confirmed the leadership overhaul in a formal statement on Thursday.

His sudden exit follows allegations about his relationship with a suspected Chinese spy, as well as a separate affair involving an internal employee of the technology giant.

The board of directors disclosed that it has already commenced a search for the next Chief Executive Officer, adding that it will consider both internal and external candidates to fill the position permanently.

The company’s board of directors has immediately appointed finance chief Colette Kress to serve as interim Chief Executive Officer while the search for a permanent successor commences.

According to the corporation, finance chief Colette Kress has agreed to take over the helm of affairs in an interim capacity to stabilize operations.