The H1B Visa process has become increasingly uncertain due to frequent policy changes. Do you think this instability discourages global talent from applying?

I wouldn’t say it fully discourages people, but it does change their expectations. Highly ambitious professionals still apply, because the U.S. remains home to top tech firms and universities. But they no longer see it as a stable, long-term home. Instead, many view it as a stepping stone—get the experience, then move on to Canada, the UK, or back home to build a startup. So yes, instability has an impact. But instead of completely stopping applications, it shifts how global workers strategize their careers around U.S. immigration.

Yes, without question. For global talent, the U.S. used to be the dream destination. But now, constant policy shifts, lottery unpredictability, and long green card backlogs make people hesitate. Why gamble your future on a system that feels like a lottery ticket when Canada or Germany can give you a clear, structured pathway? Many of my peers abroad now look at the U.S. as a last resort, not a first choice. That’s a massive shift from even ten years ago. Uncertainty doesn’t just discourage applicants—it diverts talent pipelines to other countries. The U.S. risks losing its global leadership in innovation if this trend continues.