Nvidia case puts Singapore, Malaysia companies in spotlight

What to know about Southeast Asia's links to the spy and chip diversion allegations The Ocean Financial Centre building, where the registered office address of Singapore-based company Megaspeed International is located. © Reuters KENTARO TAKEDA and NORMAN GOH November 13, 2026 12:48 JST SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR -- Allegations of espionage surrounding Nvidia and possible circumvention of U.S. export controls on its advanced chips have put a little-known Singapore company and its Malaysian subsidiary under the spotlight.

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