U.S. Probes Nvidia Chip Shipments to China via Malaysia Network
Key Facts
U.S. authorities are probing allegations that restricted AI chips were supplied to Chinese firms through a network including Malaysia, in addition to China and Singapore. The investigation follows a 6.3% drop in Nvidia shares during the November 10 session, after a report by The Information alleged that CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Alice Huang facilitated the shipment of at least $7.5 billion worth of chips to Chinese entities.
According to the report cited by Reuters, Alice Huang allegedly helped move approximately 240,000 H100 and H200 chips to China through a family-linked corporate network. This regulatory scrutiny coincides with Nvidia's board appointing former acting U.S. Attorney John Kim on November 10 to lead an independent investigation into reports that Huang was targeted by foreign intelligence. Nvidia shares closed at $145.20 on November 10, 2026, marking a significant loss in market value over two sessions.
Nvidia is scheduled to hold a call to discuss its fiscal 2027 third-quarter results on November 17, 2026. The call will cover the period ended October 25, as investors assess the impact of export controls and ongoing investigations on the company's future revenue guidance.