Nvidia launched an investigation into the company's CEO Jensen Huang.
"The investigation will be overseen by a committee of independent directors, assisted by independent third-party legal counsel," the company said in a statement on its website.
At this time, the company's management has no reason to believe that confidential information or national security is at risk. However, during the audit it is planned to study all available information.
The reason for starting an internal audit was the personal circumstances of the head of the corporation. As reported by CNBC, citing an internal letter to employees, Huang admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, who previously held a leadership position at Singaporean chipmaker Mega Speed. US intelligence agencies suspect she passed classified information to Beijing.
Huang himself fully supported the decision to open an investigation and expressed his willingness to provide the necessary assistance. The board stated that they maintain confidence in the CEO and his management team.
Donald Trump said he had not spoken to Huang about the allegations, adding that he was a "wonderful person".