Nvidia probes CEO Jensen Huang following alleged espionage affair

Nvidia has launched an independent internal investigation into Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang after he acknowledged an extramarital affair with a woman suspected of spying for Chinese intelligence. The inquiry follows investigative reporting by major media outlets examining whether sensitive technology or national security details were compromised.

The controversy has severely shaken investor confidence, erasing over $350 billion from the artificial intelligence microchip giant's market valuation. Analysts emphasize the geopolitical sensitivity of the case, given Nvidia's dominant role in global AI hardware supply chains. While U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly backed Huang, the executive faces mounting pressure as regulators and corporate governance experts evaluate potential security risks.

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