New H-1B Visa Mandate Raises Barriers And Big Tech’s Advantage
A seismic shift in U.S. immigration policy is sending shockwaves through the tech industry. A newly imposed $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications threatens to reshape the landscape for hiring foreign talent. While tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, armed with deep pockets and thousands of existing visa holders, are positioned to weather the storm, startups and smaller firms could be priced out of the innovation economy altogether. This article unpacks how the new rule could deepen Big Tech’s talent moat, stifle competition, and shift the global hiring game. From boardrooms to bootstrapped founders, the implications are massive, and the winners and losers are already becoming clear.
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