Third alleged affair deepens Jensen Huang scandal following his resignation from Nvidia

The scandal surrounding Jensen Huang's resignation as CEO of Nvidia has taken another turn. Reuters has reported that the technology giant's co-founder allegedly had a third extramarital affair, this time with another female employee at the company.

The report, published on November 12, 2026, cites two people familiar with the matter. Reuters has not disclosed the employee's identity and said it was unable to contact her for comment.

The latest revelation comes shortly after Nvidia confirmed the departure of its 63-year-old chief executive amid a crisis involving alleged workplace relationships, potential conflicts of interest and espionage concerns linked to China.

The company has appointed Colette Kress, its chief financial officer, as interim CEO while it searches for a permanent successor to the executive who had led Nvidia since its founding in 1993.

A third woman linked to Nvidia

According to Reuters, Huang allegedly had an intimate relationship with another employee of the chip manufacturer, separate from Kimberly Powell, Nvidia's vice president of healthcare.

His alleged affair with Powell had previously been reported by The New York Times, which claimed that the two were seen behaving affectionately during a company conference held in San Jose, California, in March.

The newspaper's report cited people familiar with the situation and raised questions about potential conflicts of interest arising from a relationship between a senior executive and a subordinate.

Reuters has now reported allegations involving another woman who also worked at Nvidia, bringing the number of publicly alleged extramarital relationships involving Huang to three.

Nvidia declined to comment on the latest allegations, while Huang and other individuals mentioned in the reports did not respond to Reuters' requests for comment.

These allegations do not constitute the findings of an internal investigation or, by themselves, establish any criminal wrongdoing.

Alice Huang and the national security concerns surrounding the scandal

The controversy initially erupted following reports about Jensen Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a businesswoman associated with Megaspeed International.

According to several media investigations, US intelligence officials suspect that she may have acted in China's interests.

The allegations have raised particular concerns in Washington because Nvidia is one of the world's leading manufacturers of advanced chips used to develop artificial intelligence systems.

These components are subject to US export restrictions, particularly certain high-performance processors destined for the Chinese market.

Authorities have examined potential irregularities involving the supply of Nvidia processors through intermediary companies, including Megaspeed.

However, the espionage allegations have not been established in court, and there has been no judicial finding that Jensen Huang knowingly provided confidential information to a foreign intelligence service.

Nvidia previously stated that it had no reason to believe trade secrets or national security had been compromised, although its board launched an independent investigation.

Huang apologised to his wife and Nvidia employees

Before his resignation, Huang publicly acknowledged being unfaithful to his wife, Lori Huang, whom he married in 1985.

In an internal statement circulated on November 8, the executive apologised to his family, employees and Nvidia shareholders.

"I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did," he acknowledged.

Huang also accepted personal responsibility for his actions and expressed his desire to rebuild his family's trust.

The statement did not identify the person with whom he had conducted the extramarital relationship.

Addressing the national security concerns, he said he would fully cooperate with the independent investigation commissioned by Nvidia's board of directors.

Nvidia confirms founder's departure after more than three decades

Jensen Huang's departure represents a historic leadership change for Nvidia.

He founded the company in 1993 and transformed it over more than three decades into one of the world's most influential semiconductor manufacturers.

Originally focused on graphics processing units, Nvidia has become a central player in the artificial intelligence industry thanks to growing demand for chips used in data centres and advanced AI models.

In its official filing with US regulators, the company confirmed that Huang had stepped down as president, chief executive officer and member of the board of directors.

His resignation became effective on November 11, while the company publicly announced the departure on Thursday, November 12.

Interim leadership has been handed to Colette Kress, who will also continue serving as chief financial officer.

Meanwhile, Nvidia has appointed Harvey Jones as chairman of the board and begun searching for a permanent chief executive, potentially considering both internal and external candidates.

Nvidia shares fall amid a crisis of confidence

The controversy has also affected financial markets.

Following reports about Huang's personal relationships and the China-linked security concerns, Nvidia shares experienced significant declines, reflecting uncertainty surrounding the company's leadership.

Investors are concerned that the departure of its founder could affect the strategy of a business that plays a central role in the development of artificial intelligence.

According to Reuters, Nvidia's shares have fallen by more than 10% at certain points during the controversy, although prices have fluctuated considerably throughout trading sessions.

The resignation has also raised questions about the company's relationships with its major customers, suppliers and technology partners.

US Congress examines the national security implications

Beyond the corporate consequences, the controversy has attracted attention from US lawmakers.

Several members of Congress have called for clarification regarding Huang's relationships with individuals connected to companies under investigation and the mechanisms used to enforce restrictions on advanced technology exports.

The allegations involving Alice Huang have renewed the political debate over protecting American technological secrets and restricting semiconductor exports to China.

The former Nvidia chief executive has also faced requests to appear before congressional officials to explain the contacts under scrutiny.

The independent investigation initiated by Nvidia is expected to assess potential risks to the company.

However, the information made public so far does not establish that Huang knowingly participated in any espionage operation.

A crisis extending beyond personal relationships

The revelation of a possible third extramarital affair has increased pressure on Nvidia's former chief executive, but the broader corporate concerns involve governance, potential conflicts of interest and national security.

Allegations of relationships between a chief executive and employees within the company's management structure raise questions about compliance with internal policies and professional boundaries.

At the same time, the suspicions surrounding Alice Huang introduce a national security dimension that remains under investigation.

Jensen Huang's resignation has been officially confirmed. The third alleged relationship has been reported by Reuters, while the espionage allegations remain unproven.

Nvidia's new leadership now faces the challenge of restoring investor confidence and ensuring stability at one of the world's most influential technology companies.