Nvidia Launches Probe After CEO Admits Affair With Woman Linked to Chinese Intelligence

Nvidia initiated an independent investigation on Sunday following allegations that its chief executive, Jensen Huang, maintained a close relationship with a woman who allegedly passed information to Beijing. The probe addresses reports that Huang was the target of a foreign intelligence effort while also acknowledging his personal misconduct.

The company stated that a committee of independent directors, supported by outside counsel, will oversee the inquiry. Nvidia noted that the board currently sees no evidence that US national security or company secrets have been compromised. However, the investigation will review all available information to determine the extent of the contact.

The allegations center on Alice Huang, a former executive at Megaspeed, a Singapore-based firm that purchases AI chips from Nvidia. US authorities have scrutinized Megaspeed for months over suspicions that it helped China obtain advanced AI chips restricted from export. The New York Times reported last month that federal investigators were looking into Alice Huang’s role in these transactions.

Jensen Huang sent a message to Nvidia employees on Sunday admitting he was unfaithful to his wife. He stated that his actions hurt his wife and their children and that there is no excuse for his behavior. Huang said he is deeply sorry for the pain caused by the affair.

In the same message, Huang addressed the company’s colleagues, board, and shareholders. He acknowledged that he has fallen short of his responsibility to serve them and be worthy of their trust. Huang pledged to remain fully committed to Nvidia and to work toward earning back the confidence of stakeholders.

An Nvidia spokesperson confirmed that Huang intends to continue leading the company as CEO without interruption. The spokesperson said Huang fully supports the review and has committed to cooperating with the independent counsel and directors. This stance aims to reassure investors and partners that the company’s leadership remains stable during the inquiry.

Political pressure has mounted alongside the corporate response. Top Republican lawmakers in the US House of Representatives have requested that Huang brief Congress this month regarding the report. The legislative inquiry adds a layer of federal oversight to the internal corporate review.