Why did Donald Trump put a $100K price tag on immigration and what’s really at stake? In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda unpack Trump’s controversial visa proposal, the political strategy behind it, and the ripple effects on immigration, technology, and the global economy.In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda explore: - 🇺🇸 Trump’s $100K visa plan — reform or political stunt? - 💼 The impact on H1-B visas, skilled workers, and U.S. immigration policy. - 💻 How Silicon Valley and Big Tech could gain — or lose. - 🌍
Global competition for talent and America’s role in the tech race. - ⚖️ The political stakes heading into 2025.- 📊 What this plan reveals about the intersection of politics, economics, and technology.
⏰Chapters:
00:00 The Complex Landscape of Immigration
02:45 The Historical Context of Immigration
04:41 The Tech-Immigration Nexus
07:22 The Geopolitical Implications of Immigration
18:43 Geopolitical Implications of Immigration Policies
20:52 The EU's Complex Immigration Landscape
24:00 Balancing Humanitarian Needs and National Interests
25:54 Winners and Losers in Global Immigration Dynamics
29:51 The Ethical Dilemma of Immigration Prioritization
38:06 Finding Common Ground in Immigration Debate
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