{
  "id": 19751017,
  "title": "The rise and fall of Jensen Huang – how the tech superstar became mired in scandal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/the-rise-and-fall-of-jensen-huang-how-the-tech-superstar-became-mired-19751017",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-12T21:58:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-jensen-huang-how-the-tech-superstar-became-mired-in-scandal/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jensen Huang, a tech superstar known for his black leather jacket and workaholic persona, found himself mired in scandal. The 63-year-old, married since 1985, and father of two, saw his personal reputation plummet due to alleged romantic affairs. On Thursday, Huang resigned following revelations of two affairs. The first affair involved a businesswoman allegedly connected to Chinese intelligence, a claim that sent shockwaves through the global stock market. The same day, reports emerged of a second affair with an Nvidia colleague. Despite his demanding management style and high expectations for his employees, including his own children, Huang's personal life took a dramatic turn. His resignation as Nvidia's CEO creates uncertainty in the global market, as the company is a key player in the US's race for technology leadership with China. Nvidia, valued at nearly $4tn, dominates the market for microchips used in artificial intelligence. Huang's unique access to political circles, including dealings with both US President Donald Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping, further highlights his influential role in the tech industry.",
  "summary": "Jensen Huang, known for sporting a black leather jacket to shareholder events, appeared to have it all. He was courted by leaders in the US and China alike, worshipped by investors and seen as a loyal family man. But a rockstar approach to his personal life has ultimately led to his resignation.",
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  "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."
}