US companies will now hire remote workers: Economist’s take on H-1B visa fee hike triggers debate

Economist warned that US companies will now switch to outsourcing instead of applying for H-1B program. Economist Peter Schiff stoked a controversy on H-1B as he expressed his opinion that the hike in the visa fee would not stop tech companies from hiring foreigners. They will now hire foreigners for remote roles where they work […]

$100,000 fee for companies hiring H-1Bs? What does this mean? What is the present cost?

Companies will be discouraged to hire H-1Bs if they have to pay $100,000 fee. In a major overhaul of the H-1B program, President Donald Trump is planning to add $100,000 application fee for the program, and may sign the proclamation Friday, reports said. This will be a steep jump costing companies a bomb if they […]

HIRE Act 2025: Proposal of 25% tax on companies for hiring foreign workers; how will it impact India?

HIRE Act proposes 25% tax on companies for hiring foreign workers. Amid MAGA talks of taxing companies for hiring foreign workers or banning them from hiring Indians, senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) has introduced the HIRE Act (Halting International Relocation of Employment), vowing protection of American workers from jobs getting outsourced by US companies. The Act, […]

Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft: List of companies increasing most H-1B visas this year

An analysis of federal data reveals that several US companies increased their use of H-1B visas in 2025. With the H-1B visa program emerging as one of the most contentious issues between the US and India, a new analysis revealed the list of companies that increased their use of H-1B visas in 2025. The analysis […]

‘Bring very smart people legally’: Trump’s warning to foreign companies after Hyundai plant raid; asks them to respect laws

Trump’s warning to foreign companies after Hyundai plant raid In a stern warning, US President Donald Trump on Sunday called upon the foreign countries investing in America to abide by immigration laws. Trump’s statement came after around 475 illegal workers were arrested after federal immigration authorities raided the Hyundai plant in Georgia. Many of the […]

Oman’s Golden Visa: Unlock new investment opportunities in real estate, companies, bonds, and job creation | World News

Oman’s Golden Visa grants long-term residency through investments in real estate, businesses, bonds, or job creation, promoting economic growth/Representative Image Oman’s newly launched Golden Visa program offers a groundbreaking opportunity for investors to gain long-term residency while fueling the country’s economic diversification. With multiple investment pathways and clear eligibility criteria, Oman has designed a flexible […]

H-1B hiring: Tech companies accused of bending rules with newspaper job listings

A report claims tech companies are bending rules to hire H-1Bs. Amid mass layoffs from major tech companies, the companies have now been accused of bending hiring rules in the local newspaper advertisements that they are mandated to advertise before hiring. While the rules say these roles are to be advertised for US-born workers, a […]

UAE: Dubai now inviting AI experts and companies to collaborate on building AI-driven government services | World News

Applications for the second cycle of the AI Accelerator are open until 29 August 2025/ Image: X Dubai is inviting global AI innovators to co-design the next era of government services. With applications now open for the second cycle of its “Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator”, the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) […]

UAE: Companies in select free zones can now buy and own property in Dubai under new deal | World News

If successful, Dubai’s deal with Masdar City could lead to similar property ownership models in other UAE free zones/ Image: File TL;DR Masdar City companies can now own freehold property in Dubai under a new DLD agreement. A digital system will handle registrations, with clear legal and administrative guidelines. This move aligns with Dubai’s Real […]

Donald Trump threatens 25% tariff on Apple — will other tech companies face the heat? Here’s what the US President said

In a fresh attack on overseas manufacturing, US President Donald Trump has warned Apple that iPhones not made in the United States could face a 25% tariff, and other smartphone makers like Samsung may not be spared either.Speaking on Truth Social and later to reporters at the White House, Trump said he expects Apple and […]