New Delhi, November 9, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
NVIDIA has initiated an independent investigation into reports that its founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, was targeted in an alleged Chinese intelligence operation, amid concerns raised by US policymakers over potential national security implications.
The company’s Board of Directors announced the inquiry following reports alleging that a woman with whom Huang had an extramarital relationship was recruited by China’s Ministry of State Security to gather information on the semiconductor giant’s chief executive.
In a statement, NVIDIA said a committee comprising independent directors, assisted by external independent legal counsel, would supervise the investigation.
The board said it currently had no reason to believe that US national security interests or NVIDIA’s confidential information had been compromised. However, it would examine all available information to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported intelligence operation.
Huang has expressed support for the investigation and committed to cooperating fully.
“The Board has confidence in Jensen and his leadership team and will provide further updates as appropriate,” the company said.
The development comes after Huang acknowledged personal misconduct in an email to NVIDIA employees, apologising to his wife, children and colleagues for being unfaithful to his wife.
“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,” Huang wrote.
He accepted responsibility for his actions and the hurt caused to his family, while asking that his family be given privacy.
Addressing the national security concerns, Huang said he supported the board’s investigation and would cooperate fully.
“I love our country and our company. I am committed to protecting NVIDIA and supporting America’s national security. I am proud and grateful to be an American,” he said.
He also stressed that his family bore no responsibility for his personal choices.
The investigation will examine the allegations surrounding the reported foreign intelligence effort. The board’s statement indicates that no compromise of NVIDIA’s secrets or national security has been established at this stage.
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