Andrea Innocenti The American company Nvidia , a global leader in the production of artificial intelligence chips , is at the center of a heated media storm. On November 9, 2026, its board of directors announced the launch of an internal investigation following reports that its CEO had been the target of a foreign intelligence operation.
The news has shaken investors and industry observers, especially since Nvidia is at the center of U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports to China.
Meanwhile, Jensen Huang, the company's 63-year-old founder, sent a letter to employees acknowledging that he had cheated on his wife and hurt his family.
In the message, he stated that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions, apologizing to his spouse, children, and colleagues. He also reaffirmed his commitment to the country and national security, calling his role as head of Nvidia "the privilege of his life."
Jensen Huang's public admission
The text of the letter, released internally, highlights how the CEO wanted to put an end to doubts about his actions by explicitly acknowledging the infidelity and the emotional damage it caused to his family.
Jensen Huang emphasized that his actions do not justify a breach of trust with his co-workers, urging everyone to evaluate their roles with integrity . He did not provide details on the name of the person involved, but confirmed that the incident impacted his ability to fully dedicate himself to leading the company.
Internal investigation ordered by the board of directors
Nvidia 's board of directors stated that it had no evidence to suggest a compromise of company secrets or national security, but deemed it necessary to initiate an independent review. The purpose of the investigation is to assess the possible involvement of third parties, verify the correctness of security processes, and ensure that no sensitive information was transmitted overseas. Huang expressed his full willingness to cooperate with investigators and assured that he will continue to lead the company during the proceedings.
Alleged Chinese intelligence operation and political reactions
U.S. intelligence authorities have identified Alice Huang (also known as Huang Le) as a potential agent for China's Ministry of State Security . A former executive at Megaspeed , a Singapore-based company that has purchased nearly $5 billion worth of Nvidia chips over the past two years, Alice was reportedly recruited to approach the company's founder and gather strategic information. Intercepts revealed communications exchanges that investigators interpreted as indicating a romantic relationship, fueling suspicions of a spying operation.
Donald Trump's statements
US President Donald Trump was questioned about the authorities' possible early intervention. He defended the CEO, calling him "an honorable man," and suggested there could be a legitimate explanation behind the incident. Trump also expressed his willingness to include Huang on his next diplomatic trip to China, expressing no regrets for not acting sooner when the first reports of Huang's surveillance emerged about a year ago.