Marketplace Tech Why Big Tech leaders aligned themselves with White House politics this year
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Dec 23, 2025 Suyash Pasi, a research analyst and editor at the Human Rights Research Center, dives into the intriguing relationship between big tech and the Trump administration. He discusses how federal deregulation has favored AI development while creating tension over immigration policies, specifically H-1B visa fees. Pasi notes the shift towards military partnerships and the dual-use nature of technology. He also speculates on the implications for tech innovation and what to expect in 2026 regarding tech-political dynamics.
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Tech Leaders Placate For Regulatory Gains
- Many tech leaders aligned with the Trump administration to gain regulatory favors, especially around deregulation.
- Suyash Pasi says this compliance created a web of incentives pushing tech toward placation.
Federal Moratorium Boosted AI Firms
- AI firms benefited directly from federal deregulatory moves like a moratorium on state AI rules.
- Suyash Pasi notes the executive order effectively limits state influence over AI regulation.
Immigration Revealed Deep Divisions
- Tech and Trump split sharply on immigration, exposing weakened tech influence.
- Suyash Pasi describes a stalemate over H-1B visas despite tech pressure for more access.