Chipmaking giant Nvidia has launched an independent investigation following media reports that its chief executive officer, Jensen Huang, was the target of a Chinese intelligence operation.
Investigation Launched Into CEO Relationship
The inquiry follows an October report by The New York Times alleging that Mr. Huang had a close relationship with a Chinese businesswoman, Alice Huang—also known as Huang Le—who US intelligence officials believe acted as a spy for China's Ministry of State Security. In response to the revelations, top Republican lawmakers in the US House of Representatives have called on the Nvidia CEO to brief Congress this month.
Nvidia stated that its board has no reason to believe that either US national security or company secrets were compromised. According to the company, Mr. Huang fully supports the review and is committed to cooperating fully while continuing to lead the firm.
Additionally, media reports indicated that Mr. Huang addressed employees regarding the matter, admitting to an extramarital relationship with the suspected spy. In a draft email seen by Reuters, he accepted full responsibility for his actions, stating he was unfaithful to his wife and apologizing for the pain caused to his family.
