Jensen Huang ouster fallout threatens Gulf AI chip access

The potential ouster of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang could disrupt ambitious artificial intelligence buildouts in the Gulf, where regional champions rely heavily on advanced US chips. Scrutiny over chip access is intensifying amid concerns regarding intermediaries and a scandal involving US intelligence allegations, while US lawmakers and officials face pressure over previous supply approvals. Industry figures note that while Nvidia is vital to the global AI landscape, the core challenge for the region remains securing access to silicon. Open article →