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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.
'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.
Nvidia controversy stokes export scrutiny risks for South Korean chipmakers
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix could experience greater export compliance challenges due to Nvidia's scrutiny over AI chips. US authorities have not announced new regulations yet, but potential measures might emerge. Chief Executive Jensen Huang's personal matters have spurred investigations into Nvidia's business dealings. A closed-door inquiry is scheduled to review security frameworks and contacts with foreign entities.
I was unfaithful to my wife: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits secret affair with Chinese spy Alice Huang; all you need to know about the controversy
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to having an extramarital relationship with a business executive. Reports suggest that the executive may have connections to Chinese espionage activities. Nvidia's board has initiated an independent investigation to examine these allegations thoroughly. US lawmakers have requested a briefing to understand potential national security issues related to the case. Huang remains the CEO, while the investigation seeks to clarify any risks to the company.
South Korea says Nvidia issues won't affect contracted GPU supplies
Vice Minister of Science and ICT Ryu Jemyung told a parliamentary budget committee that 10,000 GPUs funded under a 2025 supplementary budget had already arrived and were in use.
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Wall Street drifts as Broadcom and other AI-related stocks help support the market
The S&P 500 rose 0.3 per cent and pulled within 1.5 per cent of its all-time high set earlier this month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 9 points, or less than 0.1 per cent, as of 9:35 am Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 0.5 per cent higher.

AMD CEO Lisa Su courts Korean AI chipmakers as it takes on Nvidia
AMD Chair and CEO Lisa Su put Korean AI chips at the center of partnership talks in Seoul on Wednesday, exploring how they could work alongside AMD processors in systems built for global markets, reported The Korea Herald.

Meta’s Sandhya Devanathan to join OpenAI; IT stocks rally
Meta’s India and South East Asia head Sandhya Devanathan is departing after 10 years to join OpenAI. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s fried chicken dinner with Samsung, Hyundai chiefs sent Korean chicken stocks soaring, Marvell shares jumped 32% after his $1 trillion call
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has a history of comments and high-profile outings moving markets. His 2025 fried chicken dinner with Samsung and Hyundai chiefs sent South Korean chicken stocks soaring, while Marvell Technology shares jumped 32% in June after Huang called it the “next $1 trillion company.” Now, his latest dinner joke comes as Nvidia reports strong Q2 results and a better-than-expected outlook.

South Korea President Lee looking to open new era of AI in with global tech companies
President Lee delivered a keynote address unveiling a "San Francisco AI Declaration" that outlined South Korea's AI ambitions and its vision for technological cooperation with the United States. Lee separately met Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and Broadcom CEO Hock Tan, before joining the South Korean government-backed summit in San Francisco.

South Korea's Lee to visit South America and Germany, attend AI summit in US
President Lee Jae-myung will visit San Francisco, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. He will attend an AI summit and meet tech leaders there. Trade negotiations and modernization of agreements are key objectives. South Korea also seeks energy and food cooperation with South America. The president will engage with venture capital firms in San Francisco.

South Korean billionaire's risky bet pays off, as SK Hynix debuts in New York
South Korean billionaire Chey Tae-won's bold acquisition of SK Hynix has paid off significantly. The company is now a leading producer of high-bandwidth memory chips for AI. This strategic investment has positioned SK Hynix as a key player in the booming artificial intelligence industry. However, concerns about future demand and potential oversupply are now emerging. Chey's leadership style and past controversies also define his unique corporate legacy.

South Korean billionaire's risky bet pays off, as SK Hynix debuts in New York
South Korean billionaire Chey Tae-won's bold acquisition of SK Hynix has paid off significantly. The company became a major AI chip producer after betting on niche technology. SK Hynix's strategic investment in high-bandwidth memory chips proved highly successful. However, concerns about slowing AI spending and potential oversupply are now emerging. Chey's leadership is defined by this remarkable corporate success despite past controversies.

Samsung Electronics' chip chief says discussed next-generation foundry, HBM cooperation with Nvidia CEO
Samsung's co-CEO Jun Young-hyun met with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Seoul to discuss future semiconductor cooperation. The companies are already collaborating on autonomous driving and AI accelerator chips, and explored long-term partnerships for next-generation foundry chips, including HBM4E and HBM5.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea's next big sector, points to 'some suprises'
He was talking to reporters after arriving at Gimpo airport in South Korea on a flight from Taiwan.He was talking to reporters after arriving at Gimpo airport in South Korea on a flight from Taiwan.

Nvidia CEO mounts charm push in South Korea with TV talk show, baseball appearances
While a celebrity in his own right, the charm push by the Taiwan-born 63-year-old highlights South Korea's critical position in the AI landscape. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix between them make about 70% of the memory needed for AI chips like Nvidia's.

US, China begin fresh trade talks in South Korea ahead of Trump’s Beijing visit
Senior officials from the US and China are holding trade talks in Seoul. This meeting precedes President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing. Discussions will cover trade items like soybeans and minerals. The ongoing conflict involving Iran is also on the agenda. Several top business leaders will accompany President Trump.

SK Group chairman says wafer shortage to last until 2030, trying to stabilise memory prices
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of Nvidia's GTC Conference in San Jose, California, Chey said that SK Hynix is reviewing a potential U.S. ADR listing to broaden its global investor base, while its CEO may unveil plans to stabilise DRAM chip prices and the group explores alternative energy sources.

India says world leaders, tech bosses to attend AI summit
Leaders from France, Brazil, Spain, the United Arab Emirates and 13 other nations will join, as well as Google's Sundar Pichai, Sam Altman of OpenAI and Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, according to a statement from India's foreign ministry. Panels and talks are planned from Monday, and on Thursday Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the two-day summit with leaders.

Nvidia stock slips after CES 2026 as company introduces humanoid robots and self-driving AI
At CES 2026, Nvidia revealed new humanoid robots and self-driving AI technology. The company showed AI models to teach robots and help autonomous cars handle unusual situations. Investors watched closely, and Nvidia stock fell slightly after-hours. Competitors like Intel, AMD, and Samsung are also focusing on AI chips and memory, making CES 2026 a key tech and stock event.

Sundar Pichai, Jensen Huang, Cristiano Amon, Brad Smith may attend India AI Impact Summit 2026
Global technology titans are set to converge in New Delhi for the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Leaders from Google, Nvidia, Microsoft, and OpenAI are expected. The summit, from February 16-20, will focus on AI's impact on human development and sustainability. India aims to showcase its AI capabilities and promote equitable development.

What is Korean Fried Chicken that got Jensen Huang floored? Fried chicken stocks surge 30% - here's how it is made
Jensen Huang Korean fried chicken stocks: Nvidia CEO's casual chimaek dinner with Samsung and Hyundai leaders at Kkanbu Chicken in Seoul sparked a viral sensation. The high-profile gathering, chosen by Huang himself, led to a significant surge in Korean fried chicken stocks, a phenomenon dubbed 'Jensanity,' highlighting the brand's global appeal and unique dining experience.

Jensen Huang goes viral, gets rockstar-like welcome in Seoul after treating fans and diners to chicken and beer bash
Jensen Huang Seoul dinner: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang enjoyed a casual dinner with Samsung's Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai's Chung Euisun in Seoul. The leaders shared Korean fried chicken and beer. Huang gifted his counterparts a rare whiskey and an AI system. The dinner concluded with shared leftovers for fans. Lee Jae-yong reflected on finding happiness in small things.

Jensen Huang's chicken & chips: The hot new favourite of Korean investors
Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, recently shared a laid-back lunch in Seoul alongside leaders from Samsung and Hyundai, and the reaction has been electric. The candid snapshots from their meeting rapidly went viral, resulting in a surge in the stocks of all three powerhouse firms.

Nvidia partners with South Korean government, companies to boost AI development
The plan was announced Friday by the government, Nvidia, and some of South Korea's biggest companies, including chipmakers Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix and auto giant Hyundai Motor, after President Lee Jae Myung met with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.

Nvidia CEO says he's confident Trump and Xi had good talks
Huang was speaking as he arrived at a restaurant in Seoul for Korean-style chicken and beer with Samsung Electronics Chairman Jay Y. Lee and Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung.

Nvidia's Huang meets Samsung, Hyundai in deepening of South Korea ties
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met the chiefs of Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor during his first official visit in more than a decade to South Korea on Thursday, highlighting the company's deepening AI ties with its tech and auto industries.

Nvidia's Huang asked SK Hynix to bring forward supply of HBM4 chips by 6 months
SK Hynix to bring forward the supply of its next-generation high-bandwidth memory chips (HBM) called HBM4 by six months for Nvidia.
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