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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