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Immigration Restrictions Fuel Surge in U.S. M&A Activity

U.S. mergers and acquisitions are surging in 2025, with Q3 bank deals hitting a four-year high and Goldman Sachs reporting a 42% jump in investment banking revenue. Beyond market confidence, tightening immigration policies are pushing companies to acquire smaller firms to secure skilled talent they can no longer hire directly. Recent research confirms that firms facing immigration restrictions are more likely to pursue domestic M&A, especially in tech and consulting.
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Trump’s Megabill: What It Means for International Founders and VCs

On Tuesday, the Senate passed the latest version of the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ (OBBB), with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. So, what does this mean for international entrepreneurs, startup founders, and foreign investors doing business in the U.S.?
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Canadian Fintech Is Feeling the ‘Stay Home’ Mood

Cross-border tensions fueled by Trump’s trade war are forcing Canadian startups to hit pause on U.S. expansion. Amid the uncertainty, fintech is gaining traction as businesses look for tools to navigate the chaos.
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How Elizabeth Maruyama Helps Thai Community Innovate and Prosper

Elizabeth Maruyama, founder of America Visa Advisory, has opened a new pathway for Thai entrepreneurs in the U.S. — one that goes beyond traditional restaurants. She encourages them to “immigrate smarter” by launching innovative, high-margin businesses that succeed in today’s tech-driven economy.
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This Hiring Platform Empowers Immigrants, Single Parents, and Seniors

Holly Diamond, a first-generation Korean immigrant raised in New York City, never planned to be a startup founder. But the challenges that her parents faced as restaurant owners in the pandemic pushed her in a new direction. Holly launched her hiring platform, WorkOnward, to connect small businesses with underserved job seekers.