GPT-4.5 Architect Booted from US After Immigration Roadblock—Tech Brain Drain Accelerates
Another top AI mind flees America’s bureaucratic quagmire—just as the industry hits warp speed. OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 lead researcher saw their green card petition crushed by USCIS, forcing an abrupt exit. The kicker? Their work now fuels a $90B valuation while they’re relegated to remote contributions from who-knows-where.
Visa hurdles vs. venture capital: Silicon Valley’s favorite paradox. Firms will throw millions at AI startups, but won’t lobby to keep the engineers building them. Meanwhile, Wall Street bots trade stocks 24/7—no work visa required.