
Tech companies have already laid off over 80,000 workers in 2026, yet Oracle is reportedly seeking 3,000 new H-1B visas to bring in foreign talent. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen this pattern this year, and it’s raising serious questions about who these layoffs are really benefiting. Are companies trimming costs while still expanding their global workforce, or is something else going on? Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this just business as usual, or is it time for a closer look at H-1B hiring practices?