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Nvidia opens investigation into CEO Jensen Huang
Nvidia's board said Sunday it is opening an independent investigation into CEO Jensen Huang. Huang admitted to staff he had an affair with a business executive whom US intelligence reportedly determined was working for Chinese intelligence. He said he was unfaithful to his wife and will cooperate. Top House Republicans asked him to brief Congress this month. President Trump called Huang 'fine' and said he has not discussed the allegations with him.
Why it matters
Nvidia is the world's most valuable company and a key supplier of AI chips, so questions about its leadership and China ties affect investors and policy.
Background
Nvidia designs the chips that power most AI systems. The US limits some chip sales to China. Huang has led the company since he co-founded it.
The story so far
- Nvidia CEO's contact reported as Chinese asset
- Nvidia opens investigation into CEO Jensen Huang
- Nvidia investigates CEO Jensen Huang over affair with suspected Chinese spy
- Nvidia chief faces FBI probe and lawsuit over alleged spy ties
- Nvidia board weighs ousting CEO Jensen Huang; shares plunge
- Nvidia board weighs future of CEO Jensen Huang after reports of affairs
Sources
- BBC Business ↗Nov 8, 7:50 PM ET
- The Guardian ↗Nov 8, 7:25 PM ET
- The Straits Times ↗Nov 8, 7:56 PM ET
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