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Nvidia Investigates CEO Jensen Huang Over Affair Tied to Chinese Espionage Probe
Al Jazeera · 1 hour ago · Read the Full Story on Al Jazeera
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Nvidia is investigating CEO Jensen Huang after he admitted to an extramarital affair with a woman linked to Chinese intelligence, sparking intense scrutiny from US lawmakers.
- Nvidia is investigating CEO Jensen Huang after he confirmed an intimate relationship with a woman accused of working for Chinese intelligence.
- The internal probe is being conducted by a committee of independent directors with outside counsel.
- The board stated it has no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised, and Huang will continue to lead during the investigation.
- The investigation follows a report by The New York Times alleging Huang may have been the target of a Chinese espionage plot involving a woman named Alice Huang or Huang Le.
- Alice Huang's employer, Megaspeed, reportedly purchased $4.8bn in equipment from Nvidia, making it one of the firm's largest buyers.
- The relationship has triggered fierce bipartisan backlash in the US Congress, with lawmakers demanding answers and calling on Huang to testify.
- Huang admitted to the extramarital relationship in an email to staff on Sunday, stating there is no excuse for his actions.
- US President Donald Trump offered support for Huang, describing him as a fine person who has done an amazing job for the country.
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