Nvidia board opens independent review after foreign-intelligence allegations
Nvidia’s board has formed an independent committee to examine reporting that CEO Jensen Huang may have been targeted by a foreign intelligence effort; the company says it has no reason to believe secrets were compromised.
By TomorrowNews · AI-assisted briefing · Briefing published 9 November 2026
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Outside counsel will assist independent directors reviewing the available information. Nvidia said Huang supports the inquiry and will cooperate, while stressing that the board continues to back him and company leadership is continuing without interruption.
The review comes as US lawmakers scrutinize access to advanced AI chips and Nvidia’s China exposure. The underlying intelligence allegations remain allegations; Reuters reported that China’s foreign ministry and another company named in earlier coverage had not immediately commented.
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