Recent changes to the H-1B visa program, including a controversial new $100,000 application fee introduced by the Trump administration, are generating significant anxiety within the U.S. tech economy. Many U.S. companies, especially in Silicon Valley, are expressing fears that the increased costs and complexities associated with hiring foreign talent will hurt their ability to recruit skilled workers, particularly in technology and healthcare sectors. The introduction of this fee has led to uncertainty, with some businesses in states like Texas already indicating they may cease hiring foreign professionals. Conversely, Canada is seizing the opportunity by actively courting U.S. H-1B visa holders who may seek employment opportunities north of the border. The reaction from industry leaders and lawmakers varies, with some labeling the changes as detrimental to American innovation and competitiveness, while others argue it might drive a necessary evolution in how talent is recruited. As the situation develops, many foreign workers are reconsidering their future in the U.S., with some even contemplating relocating to countries with more favorable immigration policies.