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Coinbase lays off 700 and reveals severance terms for Indian visa holders

Coinbase lays off 700 and reveals severance terms for Indian visa holders

Coinbase is cutting about 14% of its global workforce, affecting roughly 700 employees, citing tough market conditions and the shift toward an AI-first operation. The company says severance will be provided, including tailored provisions for international staff and employees on work visas, as it restructures to stay lean and move faster with automation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
Texas targets nearly 30 companies over alleged H 1B ghost offices and fake workplace claims

Texas targets nearly 30 companies over alleged H 1B ghost offices and fake workplace claims

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says nearly 30 North Texas businesses may be misusing the H-1B visa program by operating “ghost offices.” He alleges some companies fake a real operational presence to qualify for sponsorship of foreign workers, and is demanding extensive records to prove compliance. The crackdown is framed as a bid to stop fraud and prevent abuse of the visa system.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026

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US Republicans introduce bill to pause H-1B visas for three years starting 2026

US Republicans introduce bill to pause H-1B visas for three years starting 2026

US Republican lawmakers have introduced the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026, proposing a three-year pause on the H-1B visa program. The bill would lower the annual visa cap, raise minimum wages, restrict dependents, replace the lottery with a wage-based selection system, and bar third-party staffing agencies from using the program.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
Russia launches online program to attract foreign workers with in demand skills

Russia launches online program to attract foreign workers with in demand skills

Russia has launched an online service called “Time to live in Russia” to bring foreign workers to the country amid widening labour shortages. The initiative targets applicants with in-demand skills and an expressed respect for traditional Russian values, including scientists, entrepreneurs and creative professionals, aiming to match staffing needs with newcomers willing to integrate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Japan to require Japanese language proof for engineer specialist visas starting soon

Japan to require Japanese language proof for engineer specialist visas starting soon

Japan is set to require Japanese language proficiency for applicants to engineer and specialist visas, asking for at least B2 CEFR or JLPT N2 levels. The move is intended to curb foreign hiring into low-skill roles, while international students changing visa status may be exempt. Firms with prior labor violations could also face restrictions on hiring.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
New Zealand wage thresholds for work visas tighten job eligibility for foreign workers

New Zealand wage thresholds for work visas tighten job eligibility for foreign workers

New Zealand has tightened work-visa rules by introducing minimum wage thresholds for foreign workers. The required pay levels are tied to the national median wage and broader job market rates, and immigration officials verify hourly pay to confirm applicants meet the standard. These checks can significantly affect eligibility for multiple work and residence pathways.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Ontario will overhaul immigration system May 30 2026 ending current OINP streams

Ontario will overhaul immigration system May 30 2026 ending current OINP streams

Ontario plans a major immigration shake-up on May 30, 2026 by ending all current OINP streams. The province will switch to targeted draws shaped by labor market needs and tighten verification requirements for employer-backed applications. Officials say the goal is a more flexible, selective process designed to better match employers’ workforce demands with immigration selection.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
UK immigration rules tighten now but settlement overhaul may stretch wait times into 2026

UK immigration rules tighten now but settlement overhaul may stretch wait times into 2026

The UK is tightening immigration rules already in 2025 and 2026, including new work-visa measures and stricter English language requirements. But the most consequential shift may arrive later in 2026, when settlement rules are set for major reform. Those changes could extend processing or waiting times and introduce tighter eligibility based on income and personal circumstances.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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