Nvidia Investigates CEO Jensen Huang Over Alleged Affair with Chinese Spy
According to the NYT, U.S. intelligence stated that a businesswoman with whom Nvidia's CEO had an affair was allegedly gathering information for China.
TL;DR
- Nvidia is investigating CEO Jensen Huang due to reports of an affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
- U.S. intelligence agencies believe the businesswoman involved was collecting information for China.
- Huang admitted to infidelity, apologized to his family and colleagues, and pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
- The Nvidia board stated they have no reason to believe national security or company secrets have been compromised.
- Huang will continue as CEO during the investigation, with the company asserting this will not slow its operations.
- President Donald Trump expressed confidence in Huang, stating he "does an incredible job" and suggesting the CEO likely has an explanation.