Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Admits Affair as Board Opens Probe
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted an affair with the head of Singapore-based Megaspeed in an email to staff. The board opened an independent investigation into reports of a foreign intelligence effort and said it has no reason to believe national security was compromised.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with Alice Huang, chief executive of Singapore-based company Megaspeed, in an email to Nvidia employees reported on November 9, 2026. Nvidia's board of directors said it has launched an independent investigation into reports that he was the target of a foreign intelligence effort.
Huang apologized directly. "I owe my family and all of you an apology," he wrote. "I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did."
What the board said
The board's statement, published on Nvidia's website, says a committee of independent directors will oversee the inquiry. Outside independent counsel will assist the committee.
The board said it prioritizes U.S. national and economic security, which it called paramount to the interests of Nvidia and its shareholders. It added that it has no reason to believe either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised.
Even so, the inquiry "will examine all available information," the board said. It also said it has confidence in Huang and his leadership team and will provide further updates as appropriate.
An Nvidia spokesperson said Huang is committed to continuing as CEO without interruption.
Concerns about Megaspeed
The statement follows concern among U.S. officials over Huang's relationship with the Megaspeed executive, who is believed to be a Chinese spy. News reports say Megaspeed, an Nvidia customer, has been passing information to Chinese spies. Neither Alice Huang nor Megaspeed is quoted in the statements issued so far.
In his email, Huang addressed the security questions head-on. "I support the investigation and will cooperate fully," he wrote. "I love our country and our company. I am committed to protecting NVIDIA and supporting America's national security."
Message to staff and family
Huang told colleagues that leading Nvidia is "the privilege of my life." He said he had "fallen short of that responsibility" and would work to earn back their confidence.
He also spoke to his family. "My family bears no responsibility for my choices. I do. Please give them privacy," he wrote.
The board has not said how long the investigation will take. It has promised further updates as appropriate.
