🇺🇸 Move Over, Solids, Liquids, and Gases... There's a New Kid in Town!🧑‍🔬

🚀 Quantum breakthroughs and immigration wins? That’s the kind of energy we love! This week, we’re diving into Microsoft’s mind-blowing new chip that unlocks a whole new state of matter (yes, really 🤯). Plus, did you know the U.S. has a VIP list of future-shaping technologies—aka, your golden ticket to an EB-2 NIW? If you’re playing in the big leagues of AI, IT, data science, or biotech, you need to read this. 👀✨

This Week’s Discoveries! ⚛️

1. 🇺🇸 What’s new: Quantum Leap! Microsoft’s New Chip Unlocks a Whole New State of Matter. ⚡️ Bonus news: Trump will sell Green Cards for $5M? 🏆️ 👀 

2. 📖 Self-sponsored visa know-how: Critical and Emerging Technologies List

3. ☕ Community Tea Party: 📣 Full EB-2 NIW Course is out! 📣 Proposed Endeavor & Extraordinary Profile LIVE Recap: How was it? 📣 Dreaming about Arizona

Let’s crack it! 🔬✨

1. MICROSOFT UNLOCKS A WHOLE NEW STATE OF MATTER

Last week Microsoft revealed Majorana 1, a new quantum chip that taps into a brand-new state of matter that is neither a liquid or solid, nor a gas. They’ve been chasing this breakthrough for 17 years, and now their research is published in Nature.

This could change everything. 

We’re talking self-repairing materials, ultra-fast drug discovery, and solving problems regular computers can’t touch. Microsoft says this could happen "in years, not decades." That’s a bold claim, considering Nvidia’s CEO thinks practical quantum computing is still 15-20 years away. 🤔

But, Microsoft isn’t alone—Google, IBM, Intel, and even China (with $15.3B invested) are all sprinting toward quantum supremacy. Google’s Willow chip recently solved a problem in five minutes that would take a normal computer 10 septillion years. How this will translate to real-world applications is still up for debate.

Quantum computers are powerful but also fragile and error-prone. Microsoft’s approach has more stable qubits using a mix of semiconductors and superconductors cooled to extreme temperatures. This setup spawns Majorana particles, which could make quantum computing far more reliable and scalable.

This is still early-stage research. Even Microsoft admits their results aren’t definitive proof. Some scientists are excited; others say, "Let’s wait and see."

Either way, this is a huge step forward in the quantum race. 🚀 Stay tuned—things are heating up (well, actually cooling way down 🧊).

Source: MorningBrew.com

BONUS NEWS! ⚡️ TRUMP’S GOLD TICKET PLAN 🏆

On Wednesday Trump proposed "Gold Card" immigration program that is making headlines!

The plan would essentially sell U.S. visas to wealthy foreigners who invest in American infrastructure projects. Sound familiar? It's like the existing EB-5 visa program's outgoing cousin—but with a glitzier name and bigger price tag! 💰

While the EB-5 program already offers green cards to investors putting $800,000+ into job-creating ventures, the Gold Card would reportedly require substantially higher investments targeted at paying off US debt.

Critics call it "visas for the wealthy," while supporters see it as a creative funding solution. The debate continues! ⚖️

Source: bbc.com

Hey tech whizzes! Did you know there is an official "Critical and Emerging Technologies" list, and it's a golden ticket for your EB-2 NIW application? ✨

Think of it like this: The United States is basically saying, "If you're excelling in these fields, we want you here!" We're talking AI, quantum computing, biotech, data science, cybersecurity — the cool stuff shaping our future. 🤖🧬💻 If your work falls into these areas, you’ll have a big advantage.

Why's it a big deal? It shows your work aligns with national interests, which is HUGE for a NIW case. It gives your application some serious street cred! 💪 Plus, it means you're contributing to cutting-edge fields that are making waves. It's not just a job; it's shaping tomorrow! You can find the list here.

📣 PROPOSED ENDEAVOR & EXTRAORDINARY ABILITY PROFILES RECAP

We had an absolutely buzzing “💡 Idea Lab” on February 18th, and the talent in our community is off the charts! 🤩

We dove deep into proposed endeavors and extraordinary ability profiles, brainstorming and sharing stories that were seriously inspiring. It was like a supercharged think tank ✨ with everyone helping each other tackle roadblocks and shine a light on new possibilities — like how to frame your proposed endeavor beyond a job description to demonstrate national impact, or how to align your case with U.S. policy priorities for maximum petition strength.

The feedback was incredible, with attendees feeling energized and ready to take on their journeys. And for those who couldn't make it? Don't worry, we've got you covered with a full meeting recording and a detailed summary, so you didn't miss a beat! 😉

Huge thanks to everyone who shared their brilliance – you all made it a truly unforgettable session! 🔥

📣 FULL EB-2 NIW COURSE IS OUT! 🎉

Alright, dreamers, the moment you've been waiting for is here! 🎉 The full EB-2 NIW course is officially LIVE and packed with over two hours of intense, pure gold! 🤩 Dive into those 12 lessons, grab those templates, and get ready to conquer your self-petitioning journey! 🚀

📣 IF THERE IS A WILL, THERE’S A WAY!

Talk about supportive vibes! ✨ When Claudia mentioned her upcoming move to Arizona, Aleksandra jumped in to offer her firsthand knowledge from living there for two years! 🗺️ They chatted about favorite spots like Sedona and even bonded over their love for UK accents (and adorable dogs 🐶). This is just one example of how people in the America Unlocked community support each other and motivate others to take action. 🙌

It's moments like these that make our community so special – always ready with a helping hand and friendly advice. 🙌

📣 Insights from X: Never give up!

Ever felt like throwing in the towel after facing rejection? 😓 Well, this post is here to remind you to NEVER give up! 💪 Read an inspiring story about a talented tech professional who kept pushing despite setbacks on their immigration journey. The message? Don't let fear stop you from chasing those dreams! ✨ We even dropped some encouraging stats about EB-2 NIW approvals.
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