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by linuxftw 2661 days ago
> what about other industries who also need foreign talents

They need to raise wages, obviously.

> Even in tech, how do you expect small start-ups or small businesses to compete with giants like FAANG who can just throw money at the problem?

How do you expect a small pizza chain to compete against Pizza Hut? Niche market, customer service, quality product.

> Also, what about the cost of living factor

I agree. $200k is not high enough. Should be $400k. Let big corporations put their money where their mouths are, we'll see just how much of that 'top talent' is really coming here, and how much is just low-wage immigration labor.