Visa Shifts, AI Labor & Tech as a Public Utility | TSG Ep. 891
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30-Jul-2025
In Episode 891 of the Techstrong Gang, Mitch, Jon, Dan, Kate, and Chris Blask dive into the evolving U.S. immigration landscape, with a focus on proposed changes to the H-1B visa program under the Trump administration. The conversation highlights the critical need for a competitive global labor market in AI and emerging technologies, where talent mobility plays a pivotal role.
The Gang also explores how connectivity is increasingly viewed as a public utility, reflecting broader concerns around access, equity, and infrastructure. Discussions around the role of data, the human dimension in technology, and the dangers of isolationist immigration policy round out a thoughtful and timely dialogue on innovation, inclusion, and leadership in tech.
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