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Core Viewpoint - The new H-1B visa regulation signed by President Trump has drastically increased the application fee to $100,000, creating significant barriers for foreign talent seeking to work in the U.S. and potentially altering the landscape of the American workforce [1][2][18]. Impact on Various Sectors - Startups: The high application fee poses a severe threat to small startups, which often operate with limited cash flow. Many startups rely on immigrant founders, and the new fee could stifle innovation by making it financially unfeasible to hire overseas talent [5][6]. - Indian IT Services: Major Indian IT firms, which are significant users of H-1B visas, may see their core operating profits reduced by 7% to 15% due to the new fees. This could force these companies to rethink their long-standing business models [6][7]. - Silicon Valley Tech Giants: Companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, which depend on H-1B visas to hire software engineers, will face increased costs. The annual cost for hiring H-1B tech employees could rise to $5.5 billion, leading to a shift in hiring focus from emerging talent to more experienced professionals, potentially disrupting the talent pipeline [7][11]. - U.S. Universities and Research Institutions: The new regulation will strain the budgets of universities and research institutions that rely on H-1B visas to recruit faculty and researchers. The increased costs may lead to a reduction in hiring foreign staff, adversely affecting research capabilities and international talent development [11][13]. Broader Economic Implications - Outsourcing and Global Talent Acquisition: The new visa fee may accelerate the trend of U.S. companies outsourcing jobs or seeking talent abroad. Reports indicate a 50% increase in U.S. companies looking for visa-free global hiring options following the announcement [14][15]. - International Competition: Other countries, particularly Canada, are poised to capitalize on the U.S. visa changes by attracting skilled workers who may now view the U.S. as less accessible. Canadian officials see this as a significant opportunity to enhance their innovation sectors [15][16]. - Legal and Political Reactions: There is growing opposition to the new regulation within the U.S., with potential legal challenges being considered. Critics argue that the fee is arbitrary and excessively high, which could lead to a shortage of skilled professionals in critical sectors like healthcare [17][18].