RismadarVoice Reporters
November 9, 2026
United States semiconductor giant Nvidia has launched an independent investigation into its chief executive officer, Jensen Huang, following reports that he was targeted in an alleged Chinese intelligence operation.
The announcement came on Sunday, November 8, after Huang acknowledged having an extramarital relationship with a Chinese business executive suspected of gathering information for Beijing.
In an official statement, Nvidia’s board said a committee of independent directors, supported by external legal counsel, would oversee the investigation.
The company stressed that it had no reason to believe American national security interests or Nvidia’s confidential information had been compromised.
However, the board said the investigation would examine available evidence to establish the circumstances surrounding the allegations.
The controversy follows an October 29 report by The New York Times alleging that Alice Huang, also known as Huang Le, had developed a close relationship with the Nvidia chief executive as part of a suspected Chinese intelligence operation.
Alice Huang, who is not related to Jensen Huang, was reportedly associated with Singapore-based technology company Megaspeed, a major Nvidia customer.
According to the report, Megaspeed purchased approximately $4.8 billion worth of Nvidia equipment over two years.
The Chinese Embassy in Washington has denied the espionage allegations.
In a message to Nvidia employees, Jensen Huang acknowledged being unfaithful to his wife and apologised to his family, colleagues and shareholders.
He accepted responsibility for his personal conduct and pledged to cooperate with the company’s investigation.
Nvidia’s board reaffirmed its confidence in Huang and his leadership team, confirming that he would remain chief executive while the inquiry continued.
The allegations have also attracted attention from American lawmakers concerned about the possible transfer of advanced artificial intelligence technology to China.
Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren called for greater accountability, while Republican congressional leaders requested that Huang brief lawmakers on November 18.
The investigation comes amid continuing restrictions on exports of advanced American semiconductor technology to China over national security concerns.
Nvidia remains a leading supplier of processors used in artificial intelligence development, making the protection of its proprietary technology a significant issue for regulators and investors.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump defended Huang, describing him as an accomplished business leader while indicating that he had not seen evidence of wrongdoing.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no public finding has established that Huang disclosed confidential information or that Nvidia’s technology was compromised.
The company said it would provide further updates as appropriate.
