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India's IT giants unfazed by US H-1B visa program changes

Indian IT services companies, including major players like Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, and Cognizant, are reportedly unconcerned by recent changes to the United States' H-1B visa program. The industry body NASSCOM indicated that these modifications, which Microsoft has denied engaging in fraudulent practices to circumvent, are unlikely to significantly impact the sector. Companies are expected to adapt by leveraging local talent and exploring alternative engagement models. AI

IMPACT Minimal direct impact on AI operations; focuses on broader IT services labor mobility.

RANK_REASON Article discusses the impact of policy changes on an industry, but does not announce a new policy or a direct impact event.

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India's IT giants unfazed by US H-1B visa program changes

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    India’s tech giants shrug off changes to USA’s skilled visa program

    As Microsoft denies alleged ‘fraud and abuse’ that sparked the tweaks