Strategic Talent Acquisition and Geopolitical Tensions

This chapter examines Meta's acquisition of Scale AI, highlighting the strategic decision to take a minority stake to attract talent while mitigating regulatory challenges. It further explores the implications of declining Chinese student enrollment in U.S. institutions due to visa policy changes, emphasizing their vital role in the tech sector. Additionally, the discussion reveals how U.S.-China trade relations and geopolitical dynamics are reshaping talent movement, signaling a competitive shift in global scientific leadership.