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‘If she’s a ten’ – Musk’s post resurfaces amid Nvidia CEO controversy

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Elon Musk’s old post goes viral amid Nvidia CEO’s affair scandal linked to Chinese intelligence efforts

Elon Musk made a sardonic remark about potential espionage that resurfaced amid allegations involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s alleged affair with a Chinese spy.

Musk had posted a warning about spies targeting Silicon Valley, stating, “If she’s a 10, you’re an asset.”

The comment has gained attention following reports of Nvidia investigating if Huang was targeted by Chinese intelligence.

Silicon Valley hosts major tech firms such as Nvidia, Meta, Apple, and Google.

Nvidia controversy

Huang admitted to infidelity and expressed commitment to leading Nvidia, which stated the CEO took full responsibility.

Concerns about Huang’s future and Nvidia’s stock are rising amid the AI industry’s uncertainties.

Huang’s alleged relationship with a former Megaspeed executive and suspected Chinese asset raises security questions.

U.S. authorities have investigated Megaspeed for potentially aiding Beijing’s access to advanced AI technology.

Nvidia announced an independent investigation into the espionage claims overseen by its board and external counsel.

The company assured stakeholders that U.S. national security remains uncompromised and supports the investigation wholeheartedly.

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