NVIDIA’s board is launching an independent investigation after reports that company founder and CEO Jensen Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence effort. The review will be overseen by a committee of independent directors and supported by outside independent legal counsel. The board says the inquiry will examine all available information, placing particular emphasis on U.S. national and economic security, which it describes as central to NVIDIA and its shareholders.
The statement distinguishes the investigation from any conclusion that sensitive information was exposed: the board says it currently has no reason to believe national security or NVIDIA’s secrets were compromised. Huang supports the review and has pledged to cooperate. The board also expresses confidence in him and his leadership team, indicating that the inquiry is intended to establish what happened and assess any potential consequences rather than announce a finding of misconduct or a breach. It says it will provide further updates as appropriate.
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