Nvidia has launched an independent investigation involving CEO Jensen Huang after he reportedly told the company’s board that he had an intimate relationship with a business executive whom US intelligence agencies identified as a Chinese spy, according to a report by The New York Times.
Huang has acknowledged being unfaithful to his wife in an internal email sent to employees, taking responsibility for his actions and apologizing to his family and colleagues.
He also confirmed that Nvidia’s board had initiated an independent investigation into national security concerns raised in media reports. Huang said he supported the probe and would cooperate fully.
What Jensen Huang Told Employees
In an email titled “A message to our company,” Huang began by apologizing to his wife and children, acknowledging that his conduct had hurt his family.
“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,” he wrote.
Huang also apologized to Nvidia employees, board members, business partners and shareholders, saying they deserved better from him.
He described leading Nvidia as the greatest privilege of his professional life and accepted responsibility for the situation.
Addressing the national security concerns, Huang said the company’s board had launched an independent investigation following reports about the relationship.
He added that he remained committed to protecting Nvidia and supporting US national security.
Huang also requested privacy for his family, stressing that his wife and children were not responsible for his decisions.
Nvidia Faces Scrutiny Amid US-China AI Rivalry
The reported investigation comes as Nvidia occupies a central position in the global artificial intelligence industry, with its advanced processors playing a major role in the development of AI systems.
The matter also carries potential national security implications because of continuing tensions between Washington and Beijing over access to advanced semiconductor technology.
Nvidia has already faced growing competition in China, where domestic chipmakers, particularly Huawei, are attempting to expand their presence in the AI processor market.
The outcome of the board’s investigation has not yet been announced.
