Jensen Huang, the long-time CEO of Nvidia Corp., ended his tenure in a dramatic fashion late Wednesday night. After weeks of denying allegations of infidelity and fighting to keep his job, Huang finally surrendered unconditionally. Those present described him as broken and shattered, a stark contrast to his usual energetic and commanding presence.
Huang, known for his meticulous attention to detail in everything from chip architecture to employee compensation, appeared to have lost his trademark focus. According to a person familiar with the situation, he had started using phrases like “whatever” and “I don’t care,” signaling a profound shift in his demeanor.
For decades, Huang had been instrumental in transforming Nvidia into a multitrillion-dollar AI chip powerhouse. His dedication to the smallest details had been a hallmark of his leadership. However, in his final hours as CEO, those closest to him observed a man who had seemingly given up the fight.