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Nvidia CEO spy scandal: Trump comments on allegations

U.S. President Trump confirmed the FBI is investigating Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's link to a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, adding that Huang denied knowing her background.


U.S. President Donald Trump has addressed the controversy surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who is linked to a woman suspected of spying for China. According to reports by the Washington Post and Globes, Trump confirmed that the FBI is investigating the matter and stated that he asked Huang directly if he was aware of the woman’s alleged intelligence ties. According to the President, the CEO denied having any knowledge of the connection. Meanwhile, shareholders have filed a class-action lawsuit against the company, alleging that material information was withheld, causing the stock to decline. Nvidia maintains there is no evidence that corporate or national security was compromised.

Sources: The Washington Post, Handelsblatt, גלובס — שוק ההון בעולם, Naftemporiki

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