Nvidia CEO's Alleged Affair Draws Spy Scrutiny in Taiwan

Nov 12, 2026

Taiwan's government is investigating a Chinese businesswoman linked to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang over suspected spying, a story that's awkward for Nvidia but mainly a political and security headache for Taipei.

  • The woman, identified as Huang Le, reportedly had an affair with Nvidia's Jensen Huang and has entered Taiwan multiple times on a Hong Kong passport.
  • Taiwan's immigration agency says it already revoked her entry permit and is blocking her from re-entering, working with national security agencies.
  • The government is keeping investigation details secret because it involves international cooperation and an ongoing criminal probe.
  • Officials say Taiwan already screens Chinese nationals entering on business visas through joint security reviews, and will open a national security probe and cancel entry permits if spying is confirmed.

Outlook: Expect few new public details as the cross-border investigation continues, with Taiwanese officials stressing existing security screening is working as intended.

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