Nvidia Corp. CEO Jensen Huang played a key role in the recent $103 billion merger between Marvell Technology Inc. and Lumentum Holdings Inc. According to sources familiar with the matter, Marvell CEO Matthew Murphy and Lumentum CEO Michael Hurlston sought Huang’s input before finalizing the deal.
The executives reached out to Huang during a phone call to gauge his perspective on the megadeal, which underscores the strategic importance of the tie-up. The details of the conversation remain private, as the sources requested anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the information.
Huang’s endorsement of the merger highlights his influence in the tech industry, particularly in high-stakes transactions involving semiconductor and optical technologies. The deal, valued at nearly $103 billion, marks one of the largest in the sector this year.