New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's abrupt resignation could give South Korean memory chipmakers greater leverage in future supply negotiations while raising uncertainty over AI ventures spearheaded by him, The Korea Herald reported, citing industry sources and analysts.

Huang, who co-founded Nvidia in 1993, resigned on Thursday following allegations of extramarital affairs, including one involving a woman reportedly suspected by US officials of being a Chinese spy.

Nvidia subsequently appointed Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress as interim CEO, assuring customers that existing commitments and product plans would remain unchanged.

Meanwhile, the leadership transition could create opportunities for South Korean memory chi...