Who really runs America’s tech engine? OPT and H-1B numbers have the answer

America’s tech dominance heavily relies on Indian talent, fueled by the OPT and H-1B visa programs. Indians constitute a significant portion of international students and STEM OPT participants, contributing substantially to the U.S. innovation. Despite this dependence, these programs face political challenges, potentially jeopardizing America’s tech leadership as other countries welcome this talent.