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‘Deer in the headlights’: How ex-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reacted when successor Colette Kress questioned his AI bets
Nvidia's leadership transition has put interim CEO Colette Kress in the spotlight following Jensen Huang's sudden resignation amid reports of multiple alleged affairs. Months before his exit, Kress reportedly challenged Huang's aggressive AI financing strategy, prompting him to question her leadership abilities and describe her as “a deer in the headlights.”
Nvidia scandal puts China chip curbs back in focus as US lawmakers push tougher export restrictions
US lawmakers from both parties are pushing tougher restrictions on China's access to advanced AI chips following reports about former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Congress is weighing measures to tighten export oversight, track advanced processors, pressure US allies and close remote-access loopholes.
MeitY flags physical AI data; US data centre woes may help India
Happy Friday! MeitY is examining how home services platforms collect household data to train physical AI models.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Meet CEO Jensen Huang’s daughter Madison Huang and her husband Nico Caprez, both Nvidia employees. She is seen as potential successor to her father
Jensen Huang's resignation as Nvidia CEO has brought attention to the company's future leadership and succession plans. His daughter Madison Huang, who leads product marketing for its physical AI business, and son-in-law Nico Caprez, vice president of global AI infrastructure growth, both hold senior positions at the chipmaker. With Madison previously discussed as a potential successor to her father, here is a closer look at their careers, their roles at Nvidia and what Huang has said about his children taking over the company.
MeitY examines data collection by home services platforms for physical AI training
The consultation comes amid growing interest among AI and robotics developers in first-person video and sensor data, which can help train machines to understand and replicate human actions in real-world environments. Such recordings capture how people perform routine activities, providing training inputs for robots designed to undertake physical tasks.
Nvidia to Anthropic, OpenAI & Meta: Here are the five biggest tech scandals of 2026 explained in a nutshell
In 2026, significant scandals rocked the technology sector, involving major companies like Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI, and Meta. Jensen Huang resigned from Nvidia amid allegations related to a personal relationship and potential security concerns. Anthropic faced lawsuits over unauthorized use of copyrighted materials for AI training data, raising intellectual property issues. OpenAI and Meta dealt with security failures related to AI agents and Instagram account safety, respectively.
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Prakriti meets AI
The article draws on the Bhagavad Gita to explain how human actions, shaped by the three gunas, bind individuals to the cycle of birth and death, while Krishna’s teachings offer paths to liberation. It applies this philosophy to the rise of artificial intelligence, warning that emotional attachments to AI companions could weaken genuine human relationships and blur the line between real and virtual experiences.
A cook, a cocktail bar owner and a ski racer: Meet Jensen Huang's children and son-in-law working at Nvidia
Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, is facing mounting pressure amid rumors of a potential successor. His children, Madison and Spencer Huang, while both involved in the company—Madison in marketing and Spencer in robotics product management—are not seen as immediate heirs. Additionally, Huang's son-in-law, Nico Caprez, holds significant influence at Nvidia. However, no formal plans indicate any intention for them to take over leadership any time soon.
Meta India’s Arun Srinivas on CSAM, AI for small businesses and Muse’s India launch timeline
Meta India Managing Director Arun Srinivas discusses how harmful ads linked to child sexual abuse material slipped through Instagram's review process, the safety measures introduced since then and questions around accountability. In an interview with ET, he also talks about Muse AI's India launch timeline, how small businesses are using AI to create advertisements, Instagram's plans for creators and WhatsApp's growing ambitions in digital payments.
China’s army-linked university was served Nvidia chips despite US sanctions
A Chinese university with close links to the country's military has purchased two of Nvidia's powerful H200 AI chips despite being on the US export blacklist, according to procurement records reviewed by Reuters. The findings raise fresh concerns over gaps in Washington's export restrictions and China's access to advanced American technology through domestic suppliers. Other Chinese universities and research institutions have also reportedly obtained restricted Nvidia chips or rented computing capacity powered by them.
Wachtell, Nvidia's pick for Huang probe, built reputation in boardroom battles
The investigation will be led by Joon Kim, a former top federal prosecutor who joined Wachtell last month from a rival firm. Kim was second-in-command under former Manhattan US Attorney Preet Bharara during Democratic US President Barack Obama's administration.
Could Huang, Nvidia and company's board be held liable over affair scandal?
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under scrutiny due to rumored connections with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset. An independent committee of directors is investigating potential implications for Nvidia and its stakeholders. Various legal actions, including a proposed class action lawsuit, are being explored by investors. Federal securities regulators may also investigate for possible violations of disclosure laws. The outcome of these investigations could impact the company's future and stock value.
'Fourth Amendment doesn't allow it': AI facial recognition mistake lands Nebraska man in jail for 2 weeks; judge allows lawsuit against Kentucky cop
In a significant ruling, a US federal judge has allowed a lawsuit against Detective Ryan Kilmer to advance regarding a wrongful arrest involving Alain Vizcay Osorio. Arrested due to faulty AI facial recognition technology that erroneously identified him, Osorio's case emphasizes the vital protection the Fourth Amendment offers against improper detentions.
Why is Nvidia stock surging today after a two-day crash that wiped out $480 billion? Investors buy the dip as NVDA rebounds despite Jensen Huang controversy ahead of November 17 earnings
Nvidia stock is rebounding on Wednesday, November 11, as investors step in after two consecutive sessions of losses linked to the controversy surrounding CEO Jensen Huang. Shares closed Tuesday at $168.89, down 5.47%. But the stock recovered to $175.45 in extended-hours trading by 6:49 a.m. ET, gaining 3.88%. The recovery comes as Nvidia prepares to release its quarterly results on November 17.
Meta, TikTok join Google to push back on Indonesia's planned AI copyright law revisions
If the bill is passed, Indonesia could become the first country in Southeast Asia to incorporate AI in its copyright law, as governments globally grapple with the impact of the technology on copyright rules, including the use of work created by humans to train AI models.
Who is Joon H. Kim? Meet the former US Attorney leading the Nvidia-Jensen Huang investigation
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang confirmed his extramarital relationship, prompting the board to initiate an investigation. This inquiry is centered on his ties with Alice Huang, a Chinese national allegedly involved in intelligence operations. Joon H. Kim, a former acting U.S. attorney, will oversee the probe. In parallel, Nvidia faces a lawsuit alleging they misled investors about this relationship, while concerns about China's access to their technology amid U.S.
How Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's extramarital affair could cause collateral damage in Washington
The affair between Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and a Chinese businesswoman suspected of spying for Beijing has triggered investigations in the US, raising concerns over national security and the security of sensitive AI technology. The controversy has drawn scrutiny from Congress, the Justice Department and Nvidia's board, with President Donald Trump also weighing in.
US stocks: Five things to know about Anthropic
Founded by former OpenAI researchers, Anthropic has grown into a major AI company backed by Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft and Nvidia. As the Claude developer prepares for a landmark IPO, its safety-focused philosophy, unconventional roots and clash with the Pentagon are drawing renewed scrutiny.
Terminator: Rise of the AI sceptics
The Republican Party’s midterm defeat could reshape America’s AI policy, giving Democrats greater influence over regulation and safety standards. While Trump has backed a unified federal framework to accelerate AI development, Democratic lawmakers favour stronger safeguards. The shift may create unexpected political allies for major AI companies seeking tighter rules.
Meta expands teen protections, brings AI age checks to more users
Meta uses AI to analyse whether a user is a teenager. This allows the company to identify users who may have lied about their age during registration and place them under Teen Account protections, which will automatically limit who can contact them, the content they see, and the time spent on its apps.
Australia tightens AI oversight rules after OpenAI agent breached government website
Australia has announced stringent new measures for artificial intelligence companies, mandating immediate reporting of any misaligned actions to bolster cybersecurity. Additionally, open evaluations of AI models will ensure adherence to established guidelines. Following a breach by OpenAI in June, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted potential reforms in criminal law for serious misconduct cases, reaffirming the government's commitment to mitigating AI-related risks and safeguarding public interests.
Jensen Huang's influence over Nvidia raises questions about AI industry's dependence
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's influence extends beyond the chipmaker, shaping AI investment, chip supply and industry sentiment. His central role has also raised questions about succession planning and the risks of relying on one executive, as the company investigates whether he was targeted by a foreign intelligence effort involving China.
Australia to adopt 'mandatory' AI safeguards
Artificial intelligence companies will have to abide by new "mandatory" safeguards when operating in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday. With immense renewable energy potential and vast stretches of uninhabited land, Australia has billed itself as a prime location for the data centres needed to power artificial intelligence.
Indian organisations on edge as sites fail to Captcha AI intruders
Personal AI agents such as Instinct, Muse, Grokbot and OpenClaw have taken over the consumer internet in the US. But last month, major US banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley, reportedly flagged AI agents such as Meta’s Muse accessing customer accounts using login credentials voluntarily shared by users laying bare the risks of handing AI agents the keys to consumers’ digital lives.
'No ordinary CEO': Why the AI race cannot do without Nvidia's Jensen Huang
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s influence extends beyond chip supply, making him a central figure in the global AI industry. The company’s dominance in AI processors, investments across the sector and Huang’s close control over its strategy have raised concerns about the risks of depending heavily on one executive.
'No ordinary CEO': Why the AI race cannot do without Nvidia's Jensen Huang
The star power that 63-year-old Huang draws as the gatekeeper to Nvidia's chips shows how badly the AI industry is leaning on him for the graphics processing units that train models and run services such as ChatGPT.
Anthropic must face lawsuit over Claude subscription marketing
US Magistrate Judge Alex Tse in San Francisco on Friday said the plaintiffs plausibly alleged that consumers could interpret Anthropic's marketing to mean Max subscribers would receive five or 20 times more usage than lesser-tier subscribers over the course of a month.
Singapore confirms a probe into Megaspeed but denies investigating Alice Huang over spy claims; how is Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang linked to the controversy?
US media reports have alleged that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang developed a 'close relationship' with an alleged Chinese spy. US intelligence believes Alice Huang was recruited by China's Ministry of State Security (MSS). The alleged relationship was reportedly mentioned in a memo. Singapore has reportedly rejected the claims that Alice Huang was investigated by its authorities.
Google sued over suicide-related AI chats on school computer
The parents of a 13-year-old girl have sued Google claiming she planned a potential suicide and funeral using its AI technology on a school-issued computer. Developers of fast-evolving AI technology are facing a litany of similar lawsuits in the US. OpenAI faces several wrongful death suits, including from the parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, a teenager who committed suicide allegedly using methods advised by ChatGPT. Google and the startup Character.
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