US claims OpenAI favored temporary visa holders over American workers; company to pay $3.2 million

OpenAI agrees to a $3.2 million settlement with the US DOJ over alleged hiring bias favoring visa holders.

The UK continues to attract skilled professionals from around the world in 2026, but recent immigration changes have made securing a sponsored job more competitive.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday announced a $3.2 million settlement against OpenAI, the artificial intelligence corporation with Sam Altman at the helm, for its blatant discrimination against Americans in its hiring practices, instead favoring foreign workers.

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