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Who could replace Jensen Huang as Nvidia's chief executive?

Who could replace Jensen Huang as Nvidia's chief executive?

Summary

The article examines possible successors to Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang amid reports of a scandal and a board discussion about replacing him. Names raised include finance chief Colette Kress, co-founder Chris Malachowsky, computing executive Ian Buck, and external candidates Tim Cook and Rene Haas.

Key Facts

  • Nvidia co-founder and chief executive Jensen Huang has led the company for more than three decades.
  • Reports say Nvidia’s board is meeting to discuss whether to replace Huang.
  • Chief financial officer Colette Kress is described as a possible interim successor.
  • Co-founder Chris Malachowsky and computing executive Ian Buck are potential internal candidates.
  • Experts say Nvidia may prefer an internal appointment at first but could consider an external candidate for a permanent role.
  • Tim Cook, Apple’s former chief executive and current chair, was suggested as a possible outside choice.
  • Rene Haas, chief executive of Arm Holdings, was also suggested as a candidate.
  • Nvidia relies on chipmakers including TSMC, SK Hynix, and Samsung to manufacture its processors.
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