Nvidia has announced an independent investigation following reports that its Founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation, while Huang has issued a personal apology and pledged to co-operate fully with the review.
Nvidia has confirmed that its Board of Directors has initiated an independent investigation following reports that its Founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, was the target of a foreign intelligence operation.
The announcement, made on 8 November 2026, follows recent media reporting that prompted the company to examine potential national security concerns.
According to Nvidia’s official statement, a committee of independent directors, assisted by external independent legal counsel, will oversee the investigation.
The Board emphasised that US national and economic security remained a priority for the company and its shareholders.
Nvidia’s Board of Directors said: “While the Board has no reason to believe that either national security or NVIDIA secrets were compromised, the Board’s inquiry will examine all available information.”
The Board also confirmed its confidence in Huang and the company’s leadership team, stating that the CEO fully supported the investigation and had committed to co-operating with the review.
In a separate statement published on Nvidia’s official newsroom, Huang addressed his personal conduct and the national security concerns raised in news reports.
Huang acknowledged that he had been unfaithful to his wife and apologised to his family, colleagues and shareholders.
Huang said: “I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry.”
He acknowledged the impact of his actions on his family and accepted responsibility for his conduct, recognising that he had damaged the trust of those closest to him.
Huang said: “I take full responsibility for what I did and the hurt I caused, and I accept the criticism that comes with it.”
He also addressed his colleagues, Nvidia’s Board, business partners and shareholders, acknowledging the expectations placed on him as the company’s leader.
Huang said: “Leading NVIDIA is the privilege of my life. My responsibility is to serve you and be worthy of your trust. I have fallen short of that responsibility.”
He reaffirmed his commitment to Nvidia and said he would work to regain the confidence of those who had placed their trust in him.
Turning to the national security concerns raised in news reports, Huang confirmed his support for the Board’s decision to launch an independent investigation.
Huang said: “Regarding the national security concerns raised in news reports, NVIDIA’s Board of Directors has initiated an independent investigation. I support the investigation and will cooperate fully.”
He also reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the company and supporting US national security.
Huang said: “I love our country and our company. I am committed to protecting NVIDIA and supporting America’s national security. I am proud and grateful to be an American.”
Concluding his message, Huang accepted personal responsibility for his actions and requested privacy for his family.
The Board’s statement confirmed that it had no reason to believe national security or Nvidia’s confidential information had been compromised, although its investigation would examine all available information.
Nvidia has not provided a timetable for completing the investigation.
The Board said it retained confidence in Huang and his leadership team and would provide further updates as appropriate.
