Nvidia's board is initiating an independent investigation after recent reporting that founder and CEO Jensen Huang has been the target of a foreign intelligence effort. The board announced the review in a statement responding to that reporting.
A committee of independent directors will oversee the investigation, assisted by outside independent counsel. The board says the inquiry will examine all available information about the reported targeting of Huang.
Board believes no secrets were compromised
The board says it has no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised. It is proceeding with the inquiry despite that assessment.
The board said U.S. national and economic security is paramount to the interests of Nvidia and its shareholders. It cited those priorities in its statement announcing the investigation.
Huang supports the review
Huang fully supports the review and has committed to cooperating with it, according to the board. The board also expressed confidence in Huang and his leadership team.
The board said it will provide further updates as appropriate.
