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Nvidia CEO admits affair with Chinese spy
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits affair with suspected Chinese spy as board launches investigation.
In brief
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits affair with suspected Chinese spy as board launches investigation. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a woman U.S. intelligence officials believe worked for China, prompting the company board to investigate potential espionage. Originally reported by The San Francisco…
Jensen Huang admission
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a woman U.S. intelligence officials believe worked for China.
“I owe my family and all of you an apology”
Board launches probe
Nvidia board opened an independent investigation into whether Huang was targeted by foreign intelligence.
Huang's apology
Huang apologized to employees for unfaithfulness, saying it hurt his wife and children.
“I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry.”
Spies identified
U.S. intelligence officials identified Alice Huang as a Chinese spy working for Singapore-based Megaspeed.
Board confidence
Nvidia board expressed confidence in Huang's leadership despite spying allegations.
Huang's commitment
Huang pledged to continue leading Nvidia without interruption after the scandal.
“I love our country and our company, and i am committed to protecting Nvidia and supporting America's national security.”
Investigation timeline
Board to examine all information before November 18 briefing with Huang.
The short version
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a woman U.S. intelligence officials believe worked for China, prompting the company board to investigate potential espionage.
