foreign professionals
Mindvalley CEO Detained by FBI Despite O-1 Visa: Vishen Lakhiani Speaks Out Against Rising US Xenophobia
Nov 15, 2025 09:45 pm CST
Vishen Lakhiani, the Indian-origin founder and CEO of Mindvalley, shares his concerning experience of being detained by FBI agents at a US airport despite holding a valid O-1 visa for individuals with extraordinary abilities. His story highlights growing concerns about xenophobia in America and has sparked widespread online discussion about immigration policies and the treatment of foreign professionals contributing to the US economy.
China's K-Visa Program: Competing With US H-1B to Attract Global Tech Talent in Evolving Immigration Landscape
Nov 10, 2025 03:00 pm CST
China's newly launched K-visa program represents Beijing's strategic effort to compete with the United States in attracting global tech talent. Amid tightening US immigration policies and increasing H-1B visa fees under the Trump administration, China is positioning itself as an alternative destination for skilled technology professionals. While offering simplified requirements compared to traditional visa pathways, China faces challenges including language barriers, internet restrictions, and geopolitical tensions as it attempts to reverse its brain drain and address critical skills gaps in advanced technology sectors.
Trump Slaps $100,000 Fee On H-1B Visas: What It Means For Indians
Sep 20, 2025 01:47 pm CST
US President Donald Trump, in his latest efforts to crack down on immigration, signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 (over Rs 88 lakh) fee on H-1B visa applicants.