Nvidia hires investigator to probe CEO scandal

Chipmaker Nvidia has launched an internal investigation into reports of a romantic relationship between CEO Jensen Huang and a woman suspected of spying for China, according to The Washington Post and Politico. The company has retained the law firm Wachtell, Lipton and a former federal prosecutor to examine the allegations. The spy scandal has become a sensitive issue in Washington, amid concerns that the ties may have facilitated the smuggling of sensitive technology to China in violation of U.S. export restrictions.

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump dismissed the controversy after reports emerged that he had been briefed on the connection as early as May. Further details regarding the investigation have not yet been released.