Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang apologizes in memo as board opens spy probe
Jensen Huang admitted an affair with a Chinese government AI executive and pledged cooperation with an independent investigation, Nvidia announced Sunday.
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang sent an internal memo apologizing for an affair with Alice Huang, an AI executive linked to the Chinese government, as the company’s board launched an independent investigation on Sunday, The Verge reported.
What did Jensen Huang say in his employee memo?
He admitted he was unfaithful to his wife, expressed remorse for hurting his family, and asked for privacy for them while promising to work to regain trust.
How is Nvidia responding to the allegations?
The board of directors announced an independent investigation into Huang’s relationship with Alice Huang, and Jensen Huang said he will fully cooperate with the probe, according to The Verge.
Does the memo address national‑security concerns?
Huang affirmed his love for America, pledged to protect Nvidia and support U.S. national security, and reiterated his commitment to the company while acknowledging the security worries raised in news reports, The Verge noted.
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