Who could become Nvidia's new CEO?

The 63-year-old has led the artificial intelligence chip giant since co-founding it in 1993. Citing US media reports, AFP stated that Nvidia's board of directors convened on Wednesday local time to decide Huang's future. Should the board opt to remove him, several prominent figures are being discussed as potential successors.

According to AFP, Nvidia employs over 40,000 staff, giving the board ample opportunity to promote from within. Several senior executives working directly under Huang are leading the internal race.

Technology outlets have highlighted Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Colette Kress as a primary contender, noting her strong standing at the top tier of leadership. Another prominent internal figure is Ian Buck, who oversees the company's data centre clients and is a key architect behind the software driving market demand for Nvidia's chips. Additionally, business magazine 'Inc' has named Bryan Catanzaro, Nvidia's Vice President of Applied Deep Learning Research, as a potential candidate.

As co-founder, Huang could seek to pass the leadership baton to a family member, with multiple options available within the industry.

Tech analysts have strongly pointed to Huang's daughter, Madison Huang, who currently serves as Senior Director of Product Marketing at Nvidia and previously worked in marketing at multinational luxury goods conglomerate LVMH. His son, Spencer Huang, is another potential candidate, currently serving as Director of Product Management in Nvidia's robotics division.

Furthermore, Huang's relative Lisa Su is widely viewed as a capable contender, having served for many years as the chief executive of semiconductor giant AMD.

Among executives with experience leading other technology firms, Rene Haas, the chief executive of UK-based chip designer Arm, has been mentioned in succession talks.

Meanwhile, intense speculation is swirling in Silicon Valley around former Apple CEO Tim Cook. Sources told AFP that Cook, who stepped down in August after 15 years at the helm of Apple, could also be considered for the top job at Nvidia.