Nvidia launches internal probe into CEO Jensen Huang over alleged spy affair

Semiconductor manufacturer Nvidia has launched an independent internal investigation into Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang following disclosures concerning an extramarital affair with a woman suspected of spying for Chinese intelligence services. Huang acknowledged the relationship after media reports detailed the connection.

The revelations caused immediate market turbulence, reducing Nvidia’s market capitalization by more than $350 billion as investors assessed potential governance and espionage risks. Due to Nvidia’s critical role in supplying hardware for global artificial intelligence infrastructure, national security analysts noted high geopolitical sensitivity around the affair. U.S. President Donald Trump publicly voiced support for the executive while Nvidia's board continues reviewing oversight procedures and internal security protocols.

Sources: DW, NOS (Nederlandse Omroep Stichting), NRC, NU, Tagesschau.