'No ordinary CEO': Why the AI race cannot do without Nvidia's Jensen Huang

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang wields enormous power over the artificial intelligence industry, with his influence extending to both the supply of essential graphics processing units and his role as a vocal champion for the technology. Fans worldwide mob him for autographs, and even tech titans like Larry Ellison and Elon Musk have been known to beg for his coveted AI chips.

As the architect of Nvidia's AI strategy and direction, Huang's leadership is crucial to the industry's growth. However, his unique status as both a chip supplier and a powerful CEO raises concerns about his potential vulnerability and the implications for the AI sector. Analysts warn that a setback for Huang could significantly impact the AI industry, which heavily relies on Nvidia's GPUs for training models and running services like ChatGPT.