{
  "id": 19590492,
  "title": "Who could replace Jensen Huang? A highly unscientific list of possible successors",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/who-could-replace-jensen-huang-a-highly-unscientific-list-of-possible",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-12T03:13:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechCrunch",
    "slug": "techcrunch",
    "url": "https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/11/who-could-replace-jensen-huang-a-highly-unscientific-list-of-possible-successors/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Speculation surrounds the potential successors to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, as his odds of surviving the week are low at 30% according to Kalshi. Rumors swirl about extramarital affairs involving Huang and two of his executives, but it remains unclear which, if any, led to his possible ousting. Even if Huang is pushed out, it's uncertain whether the board would replace him entirely or keep him as chairman.\n\nPotential candidates include Lisa Su, AMD's CEO and Huang's cousin, who may remain at her current position. Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO and AI expert, is another name thrown around, but his own past indiscretions could hinder his chances. Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, who knows chips well and could benefit from a less intense environment, is also a possibility.\n\nTech veteran Bret Taylor, known for his diverse experience at Google, Facebook, Twitter, and OpenAI, could provide stability and leadership. Nvidia VP Ian Buck, who played a key role in developing CUDA, is another potential successor. Andrew Bell, Nvidia's senior vice president of hardware engineering and a long-time employee, could also be considered. Finally, Lori Huang, Jensen's wife and long-time collaborator, is a wild card who could provide continuity to the company.",
  "summary": "Nvidia has no succession plan and a CEO in hot water, so we’ve drafted a shortlist.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 7,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Times of India",
        "title": "Jensen Huang’s affair flaunted his photos, helped move 240,000 ‘banned’ chips to China",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/jensen-huangs-affair-flaunted-his-photos-helped-move-240-000-banned",
        "published": "2026-11-11T11:53:20.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Nikkei Asia",
        "title": "Nvidia shares plunge almost 10% on report board may oust Jensen Huang",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/nvidia-shares-plunge-almost-10-on-report-board-may-oust-jensen-huang",
        "published": "2026-11-11T22:22:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Techmeme",
        "title": "Sources: Nvidia's board is preparing to oust Jensen Huang; it plans to meet as soon as Wednesday to determine his future (Wall Street Journal)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/sources-nvidias-board-is-preparing-to-oust-jensen-huang-it-plans-to",
        "published": "2026-11-11T22:32:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "AppleInsider",
        "title": "Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expected to be ousted",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-expected-to-be-ousted",
        "published": "2026-11-11T22:52:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBS News",
        "title": "Nvidia preparing to fire CEO Jensen Huang after affair with suspected Chinese spy, sources say",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/nvidia-preparing-to-fire-ceo-jensen-huang-after-affair-with-suspected",
        "published": "2026-11-11T23:55:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Nvidia CEO news LIVE updates: Key board meeting today as chipmaker mulls removing Jensen Huang",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/nvidia-ceo-news-live-updates-key-board-meeting-today-as-chipmaker",
        "published": "2026-11-12T01:53:59.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}