Nvidia scandal sparks US national security furore and calls to take tough line on China
Former CEO Jensen Huang and US commerce secretary to appear before Congress amid bipartisan concern that America’s security was put at risk
TL;DR
- Nvidia's ousted CEO Jensen Huang and former Commerce Secretary are expected to testify before Congress.
- The testimonies are in response to reports of an alleged affair between Huang and a suspected Chinese spy, raising national security concerns.
- Bipartisan calls for a tougher stance against China and stricter controls on chip exports have intensified.
- Lawmakers are seeking to understand potential compromises of sensitive US technology and national security.
- Chinese AI companies are reportedly seeking Nvidia chip capacity outside China amid the scandal.