Nvidia opens security probe after CEO admits affair with suspected spy
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang has acknowledged an affair with a woman suspected of spying for China, the company said.
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang has acknowledged an affair with a woman suspected of spying for China, the company said.
The BBC reported that Huang admitted to having been "unfaithful" to his wife and said he will cooperate with a security investigation.
Al Jazeera English added that the relationship has sparked a probe into possible Chinese espionage.
Both outlets said the investigation concerns national security risks linked to the alleged spy.
Both the BBC and Al Jazeera reported the same details.
Nvidia has not detailed further actions, but Huang’s cooperation is expected to aid authorities.
Why it matters
The admission has triggered a security investigation into possible Chinese espionage involving a leading technology executive.
Key details
- Location
- China · Asia
- Reported by
- BBC News and Al Jazeera English
- First reported
- Key names
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, CEO, Jensen Huang
- Section
- Business
Sources
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- BBC NewsNvidia launches investigation into CEO's affair with suspected Chinese spy
- Al Jazeera EnglishNvidia CEO’s affair sparks Chinese espionage probe
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