NVIDIA Launches Investigation Into Jensen Huang's Relationship With Suspected Chinese Spy - TechPowerUp

The investigation was announced on Sunday and will be overseen by a committee of independent directors with outside counsel. The board stated it prioritizes U.S. national and economic security but has no reason to believe either was compromised. Huang remains CEO and has committed to cooperating with the review.

Alleged Espionage Connection

The probe stems from a New York Times report that Huang had engaged in a close relationship with Alice Huang, an executive at Megaspeed. The company allegedly helps Chinese customers evade U.S. export controls on NVIDIA chips through its network of sister companies building data centers in Malaysia.

According to the NYT, China's Ministry of State Security recruited Alice Huang to extract information from Jensen Huang. Megaspeed's activities come amid heightened U.S. restrictions on advanced chip exports to China.

Personal Apology

In a separate statement, Huang admitted to infidelity in his marriage, expressing deep regret for hurting his family. 'I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did,' he wrote.

Huang affirmed his commitment to NVIDIA and protecting national security, stating he is fully cooperating with the board's investigation. The company has not indicated any timeline for completing the review.