Nvidia opens board probe into CEO Jensen Huang following affair allegations

Nvidia has launched an independent board investigation following admissions by Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang regarding an extramarital affair. In a staff memo, Huang apologized to his family and employees, stating, "I was unfaithful to my wife."

The probe focuses on whether the relationship compromised sensitive company information or national security, after reports emerged alleging the individual involved was tied to Chinese intelligence. Nvidia stated an initial review found no evidence that trade secrets or proprietary technology were leaked. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities have rejected the allegations, describing reports of foreign espionage as unfounded. Huang affirmed his commitment to remaining at the helm of the semiconductor firm as the inquiry proceeds.

Sources: Aftenposten, Berlingske, Morgunblaðið, ORF, Sermitsiaq.