Second Nvidia affair raises concerns for embattled CEO Jensen Huang
Huang allegedly had a second affair with Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell.
Nvidia's board is reportedly meeting to determine if it will oust CEO Jensen Huang following disclosure of a second extramarital affair. According to The New York Times, Huang had a relationship with Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell, who joined the company in 2008 and heads its healthcare business.
The Times reports they were seen being affectionate at a hotel during a company conference in March, and that security later made both sign a nondisclosure agreement. Huang's first affair involved a woman US intelligence suspected of sharing company information with China.
On Sunday, Huang issued a statement apologizing to his family and Nvidia employees but did not name the other woman. The board is investigating whether national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised.
Nvidia's stock fell in after-hours trading.
- Kimberly Powell
- Nvidia executive
- 2008
- Powell joined Nvidia
- Alice Huang
- Alleged spy
- Hotel (affectionate interaction)
- March conference location
Why it mattersHuang is one of tech's most influential figures. His potential removal would shake Nvidia and investor confidence in the company.
AustraliaAustralian tech investors holding Nvidia stock face market uncertainty; any leadership change ripples through the sector.
