Nvidia board opens investigation into CEO Jensen Huang over affair with suspected Chinese spy

Nvidia's board announced an independent investigation after CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a Chinese businesswoman suspected of spying for Beijing. Huang apologized; the board stated no evidence of compromised national security.

Nvidia's board of directors announced the opening of an independent investigation following reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the target of a Chinese espionage attempt. The announcement comes amid the revelation of an alleged romantic relationship between Huang and a Chinese businesswoman suspected of spying. According to Axios, Huang admitted to cheating on his wife and apologized to his family and employees. The board will establish a committee of independent directors assisted by external legal advisors. Nvidia emphasized that there is currently no reason to believe that national security or trade secrets have been compromised. Huang supports the review and has pledged to cooperate. The affair erupted after it was reported that Alice Huang, a senior executive at Megaspeed, was recruited by Chinese intelligence. The chairs of three House committees demanded a closed briefing from Huang on November 18. Nvidia clarifies that there is no change in company leadership.