NVIDIA is investigating reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the target of Chinese spy efforts
Reports by The New York Times and the Financial Times linked the CEO to a woman suspected to be a spy.
NVIDIA has announced it will conduct an independent investigation into allegations that CEO Jensen Huang was the target of Chinese spy efforts. According to The New York Times and Financial Times, Huang was linked to a woman suspected to be a Chinese intelligence asset. In a memo to staff, Huang reportedly admitted to an affair.
NVIDIA stated that a committee of independent directors, assisted by outside counsel, will oversee the inquiry, which will examine all available information. While the Board has no reason to believe national security or NVIDIA secrets were compromised, the investigation will prioritize US national and economic security. Huang has committed to cooperating with the review.
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