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Startups and tech giants alike always look for cost efficiency and talent density. If the U.S. keeps raising the cost of H1B Visas, smaller startups may not be able to afford sponsoring international talent. While big corporations like Google, Microsoft, or Amazon can absorb those costs, early-stage startups with limited runway will hesitate. That hesitation might force them to either:1. Hire remotely — Many startups already rely on distributed teams in India, Eastern Europe, or Latin America.2. Open satellite offices abroad — This allows them to tap into the same pool of talent without paying hefty visa fees. Silicon Valley still offers unmatched networking, venture capital access, and ecosystem advantages. But over time, if barriers rise too high, talent will simply follow opportunity elsewhere. Countries like Canada (with its Global Talent Stream), the UK (Global Talent Visa), or even hubs in Singapore and Berlin will likely benefit. So yes, it won’t kill Silicon Valley, but it could dilute its global dominance by spreading innovation hubs across multiple countries.

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