Nvidia’s Jensen Huang resigns after confessing to affair with suspected Chinese spy

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Thursday announced his resignation from the technology company, days after he provoked a storm of controversy over revelations he had an affair with a suspected spy for China.Huang apologized on Sunday for having an affair with Alice Huang, whom U.S. officials reportedly believe exploited the relationship to gather intelligence for Beijing. Though Nvidia’s board of directors initially stood by him, reports broke Wednesday that it was preparing to oust him. Recommended Stories The company announced the following day that Huang resigned as Nvidia’s President, CEO and a member of the Board, “effective immediately.” Executive vice president Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO, Nvidia said in a press release.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.