Nvidia investigates CEO Jensen Huang over foreign intelligence claims following alleged relationship with suspected Chinese spy
Nvidia has launched an independent investigation following reports that its CEO, Jensen Huang, was targeted by foreign intelligence.
U.S. lawmakers have requested Huang brief Congress after allegations surfaced of his relationship with a Chinese businesswoman linked to Beijing.
Nvidia stated there is currently no evidence of a breach of U.S. national security or Nvidia secrets.
Huang supports the investigation and pledges full cooperation with the review.
Investigation underway
According to an Axios report, a draft email from Huang to employees admits his romantic involvement with a suspected Chinese spy.
Huang acknowledged his unfaithfulness and expressed remorse for hurting his family.
Nvidia has yet to comment on the Axios report.
The NVIDIA Board is initiating an independent investigation in light of recent reporting that founder and CEO Jensen Huang has been the target of a foreign intelligence effort.
A committee of independent directors, assisted by outside independent counsel, will oversee the investigation.
The Board prioritizes U.S. national and economic security, which is paramount to the interests of NVIDIA and its shareholders.
While the Board has no reason to believe that either national security or NVIDIA secrets were compromised, the Board’s inquiry will examine all available information.
Jensen fully supports the review and has committed to cooperating with it.
The Board has confidence in Jensen and his leadership team and will provide further updates as appropriate.
