Dear Sophie: Should I apply for citizenship if I have a conviction?
A few years ago, I was charged with a misdemeanor for smoking marijuana in public and driving under the influence. I have a green card and want to apply for U.S. citizenship next year. Can I? Sophie Alcorn Contributor.....»»
Dear Sophie: Can you demystify the H-1B process and E-3 premium processing?
Can you help demystify the H-1B process and provide any tips? We also want to hire an Australian and transfer their E-3. How quickly can this be done? Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter.....»»
Japanese billionaire invites 8 people to join SpaceX mission around the Moon
Japanese fashion mogul Yusaku Maezawa, who first announced his intention in 2018 to take a group of artists with him on a six-day trip around the Moon, said Tuesday that he's inviting the public to apply to fill eight open seats on the mission now sl.....»»
Have a startup in Miami? Apply to pitch at TechCrunch’s Miami virtual meetup
TechCrunch is coming to Miami — virtually, at least. On March 11, TechCrunch is hosting a small online event with local venture capitalists, founders, and those curious about the growing ecosystem. There will also be a small pitch-off event whe.....»»
Men obstructed from entering female-dominated occupations
Job applications from men are disfavoured when they apply for work in female-dominated occupations. Reaching the interview stage was most difficult for men applying for jobs as cleaners. These are the results of a study by researchers from Linköping.....»»
Dear Sophie: Which immigration options are the fastest?
I’m getting this question quite frequently now as more and more startups with recent funding rounds are looking to quickly expand. Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter S.....»»
How public health research can shape inclusive immigration policies
President Joseph Biden and the Democrat-controlled Congress have started boldly with immigration. On Feb. 18, Democrats introduced the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021, which would rollback many of Donald Trump's policies and bring comprehensive immigrat.....»»
Brex applies for bank charter, taps former Silicon Valley Bank exec as CEO of Brex Bank
Brex is the latest fintech to apply for a bank charter. The fast-growing company, which sells a credit card tailored for startups with Emigrant Bank currently acting as the issuer, announced Friday that it has submitted an application with the Federa.....»»
Uber drivers are entitled to worker rights, top UK court rules in blow to business model
Uber said the verdict did not apply to all of its current 60,000 drivers in Britain, including 45,000 in London, one of its most important global markets......»»
Dear Sophie: Tips for filing for a green card for my soon-to-be spouse
Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects peo.....»»
Dear Sophie: How can I improve our startup’s international recruiting?
Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects peo.....»»
Google Ads Auto Applied Recommendations: Every setting, explained
There are 35 AI-based ads suggestions. Here’s tactical guidance on how to apply them to optimize your campaigns. Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article......»»
Research indicates gender disparity in academic achievement and leadership positions
New research on gender inequality indicates that fewer leadership prospects in the workplace apply even to women who show the most promise early on in their academic careers......»»
Dear Sophie: What’s the recipe for an H-1B?
What goes into an H-1B petition? How has it changed in recent weeks? Is the lottery going to be wage-based or random? Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophie Alcorn is.....»»
Welcome Tage Kene-Okafor, Mary Ann Azevedo, Sophie Burkholder and a guy named Drew
There are some additions to the TechCrunch team that I’m happy to announce. First, Kirsten Korosec, who has been with us for more than two years, was promoted to Transportation Editor. Kirsten has done amazing work, helping to elevate our footh.....»»
Anna-Sophie Dienemann creates wearable pop-up "distance keepers"
Design Academy Eindhoven graduate Anna-Sophie Dienemann has developed a line of accessories to encourage social distancing that can be unleashed by the wearer when others come too close. Read more Design Academy Eindhoven graduate Anna-Sophi.....»»
Dear Sophie: How can I sponsor my mom and stepdad for green cards?
My biological dad passed away several years ago when I was an adult and my mom has since remarried. Can they get green cards? Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophie A.....»»
Dear Sophie: What are Biden’s immigration changes?
What is your sense as to how the new administration will change business, corporate and startup founder immigration to the U.S.? Sophie Alcorn Contributor Share on Twitter Sophi.....»»
E-scooters must follow rules of road "same as bus"
A woman banned from the roads for drink-driving an e-scooter is told the same rules and penalties apply......»»
Samsung vice chairman Jay Y. Lee sent back to prison in bribery case
Samsung Electronics vice chairman Jay Y. Lee is back in prison following a retrial of his 2017 conviction in a bribery case that helped lead to the downfall of former South Korean president Park Guen-hye. The Seoul High Court sentenced Lee to 30 mont.....»»
Best free YouTube downloaders
These video downloaders are quick and easy to use for grabbing favorites, but all copyright laws still apply......»»