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Does the tech industry really need so many workers on H-1B visas?


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Published in Science and Technology on Monday, January 13th 2025 at 17:22 GMT by Yahoo   Print publication without navigation

  • Elon Musk claims the U.S. needs a pipeline of foreign employees working on H-1B visas because the country lacks skilled engineers. Here's what the data shows.

The article from Yahoo News discusses the debate over whether the tech industry has too many jobs, focusing on the implications of tech layoffs and the broader economic impact. It highlights that despite recent layoffs at major tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, the tech sector still faces a significant labor shortage, particularly in specialized roles like cybersecurity and AI. The piece explores the notion that while some tech jobs are being cut, the demand for tech talent remains high due to ongoing digital transformation across various industries. It also touches on the argument that tech layoffs might be more about correcting over-hiring during the peak of the digital boom rather than an oversupply of tech workers. The article suggests that the tech industry's job market dynamics are complex, involving not just the number of jobs but the nature of the skills required, the geographical distribution of tech hubs, and the evolving needs of businesses in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

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