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Nvidia Investigates CEO Jensen Huang Over Alleged Romance with Chinese Spy; Shares Drop 6%

Nvidia's board launched an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang following allegations of a romantic relationship with a Chinese woman suspected of espionage by U.S. intelligence. The scandal triggered a 6% drop in Nvidia's stock price. Trump claimed Huang was unaware his lover was an alleged Chinese spy.

Nvidia's board of directors initiated an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang, citing his relationship with a Chinese woman suspected of espionage by U.S. intelligence services. The Washington Post and RBC Russia reported that the investigation was triggered by Huang's admission of a romance with the suspect. Meduza added that Trump claimed Huang had 'no idea' his lover was an alleged Chinese spy, while other sources noted that Trump had known about the relationship a year prior but took no action. Shares fell more than 6% on the pre-market as the investigation unfolded, reflecting investor concerns over potential national security risks.

Where Sources Diverge

The Washington Post and RBC Russia both reported that the investigation was triggered by Huang's admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy, but the specific details of the admission differ between the sources.

meduza

The Washington Post reported that the investigation was triggered by Huang's admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy.

rbc-russia

Shares dropped more than 6% on the pre-market in the US following the start of an investigation by the company's board of directors into the CEO. The trigger was his admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy.

The Straits Times reported that Trump claimed Huang had 'no idea' his lover was an alleged Chinese spy, while other sources did not mention Trump's statement.

straits-times

Trump says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had 'no idea' lover was alleged Chinese spy

meduza

Trump knew about this a year ago - but did nothing.

The Washington Post and RBC Russia both reported that the investigation was initiated by Nvidia's board of directors, but the specific details of the investigation differ between the sources.

meduza

Nvidia's board of directors has started an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang.

rbc-russia

Shares dropped more than 6% on the pre-market in the US following the start of an investigation by the company's board of directors into the CEO.

The Washington Post and RBC Russia both reported that the investigation was triggered by Huang's admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy, but the specific details of the admission differ between the sources.

meduza

The Washington Post reported that the investigation was triggered by Huang's admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy.

rbc-russia

Shares dropped more than 6% on the pre-market in the US following the start of an investigation by the company's board of directors into the CEO. The trigger was his admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy.

Timelines

Sources

IndependentStraits TimesNov 10, 02:42 AM
Trump says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had ‘no idea’ lover was alleged Chinese spy - The Straits Times

Trump says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had ‘no idea’ lover was alleged Chinese spy  The Straits Times

IndependentMeduzaNov 9, 02:48 PM
Nvidia's CEO had relations with a Chinese woman suspected of espionage by U.S. intelligence. Trump knew about this a year ago - but did nothing. Nvidia is conducting an investigation. Shares of one of the world's most expensive companies are falling

Nvidia's board of directors has started an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang, reports The Washington Post. The reason is his relationship with a resident of China, who U.S. intelligence services suspect of espionage in favor of China.

IndependentRBC RussiaNov 9, 02:03 PM
NVIDIA Shares Fell More Than 6% Amid Scandal Surrounding the CEO

Shares dropped more than 6% on the pre-market in the US following the start of an investigation by the company's board of directors into the CEO. The trigger was his admission of a romance with a suspected Chinese spy.