Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang made waves in Seoul on Thursday night, blending business with a personal touch that delighted fans and local media alike.
Huang met Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chairman Euisun Chung for a casual dinner at Kkanbu Chicken, a popular fried chicken chain in the upscale Gangnam district.
As the three executives enjoyed the popular Korean pairing of chicken and beer, hundreds of journalists, photographers, and fans gathered outside to catch a glimpse of the tech superstar.
National broadcasters aired live footage of the trio eating, drinking, and conversing, while diners inside the restaurant snapped pictures on their phones.
According to Mint, during the meal, Huang gifted Lee and Chung Nvidia DGX boxes, a series of the company's AI systems, with notes that read: "To our partnership and future of the world!"
Wow $nvda ‘ Jensen huang went to a Korean fried chicken place in Seoul last night with CEOs of Samsung and Hyundai Motor. He was having a blast and stood up and said cheers to everyone in the restaurant and said ‘your dinner bills are on me tonight. Enjoy all the chicken and… pic.twitter.com/KHfSBRMUe3
— SaraLee (@SarAEsQMd) October 30, 2025
Nvidia CEO Gives Fans Food and Autographs in Seoul
Huang also linked arms with the executives, symbolizing friendship and trust.
Sources reported that Huang plans to unveil contracts to supply chips to Samsung and Hyundai later this week, highlighting Nvidia's growing influence in the tech and auto sectors.
After dinner, Huang stepped outside and interacted directly with fans, signing autographs on items including a $2 bill and a skincare store gift bag.
He even handed out baskets of fried chicken and fried cheese to those waiting outside. Dressed casually in a black t-shirt and dark trousers, Huang also covered the restaurant's bill, urging diners to "enjoy all the chicken and beer."
This approachable display came as Nvidia reached a historic milestone. On Wednesday, the company became the first ever to reach a $5 trillion market cap, with its shares rising more than 1,500% over the past five years, BusinessInsider reported.
Huang's rising fame reflects both Nvidia's meteoric growth and the global surge in demand for AI technology.
Huang's visit to South Korea coincides with his participation in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit in Gyeongju on Friday.
He is also expected to meet South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and finalize key deals with Samsung, Hyundai, and SK Group.
Who Is Jensen Huang
Jensen Huang co-founded Nvidia in 1993 and has transformed the company from a niche graphics card maker into a global leader in AI technology.
Known for his energetic public appearances and approachable personality, Huang has become one of the most recognizable figures in tech.
Under his leadership, Nvidia pioneered innovations in gaming, data centers, and artificial intelligence, helping the company achieve historic growth and a $5 trillion market valuation.
Originally published on vcpost.com
