Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Sells $1B Shares as Company Hits $5T Market Cap Amid AI Chip Demand

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has significantly benefited from the company's rapid growth driven by AI demand, with his net worth estimated between $38 billion and $46 billion, primarily from his 3.5% ownership stake. Nvidia recently achieved a market valuation surpassing $5 trillion, a milestone reached shortly after passing $4 trillion, underscoring its dominance in the AI chip market. Huang has sold over $1 billion in shares this year as part of a planned stock sale, while also donating substantial shares to charitable causes. At the company's 2025 Global Technology Conference, Huang revealed there is half a trillion dollars in demand for Nvidia's chips through 2026, highlighting ongoing strong growth prospects. Additionally, Nvidia is involved in a $2 billion financing round with investments from Nvidia itself and others to expand AI and government sector capabilities, including building a new data center with advanced accelerators. The company has produced multiple billionaires within its ranks, reflecting its unprecedented growth and influence in technology and finance.