Nvidia

Israel is "second home" with 5,000 employees (15% of global workforce). 4 of 6 next-gen AI chips developed in Israel. Record campus investment. Deep ties since $6.9B Mellanox acquisition in 2019.

CEO Jensen Huang publicly stated Trump's H-1B restrictions "would have prevented his family from immigrating" to the US in October 2025, defending skilled immigrant workers as critical to AI and semiconductor industries. Reacted critically to the $100K H-1B fee hike.

Committed to cover the $100,000 H-1B visa fee for all 1,400 of its visa-sponsored employees after Trump's September 2025 policy announcement, absorbing an estimated $147M in potential fees. CEO Jensen Huang said Nvidia's success was built on immigrant talent and that "immigration is the foundation of the American Dream."

Maintained DEI programs unlike many tech peers. Released 2024 Sustainability Report with dedicated Diversity section. No DEI layoffs or program reductions.

Nvidia maintained DEI programs and did not roll them back unlike many tech peers in 2025. Released 2024 Sustainability Report with dedicated Diversity section. CEO Jensen Huang committed to no layoffs with 126% revenue growth enabling workforce stability.

CEO Jensen Huang committed to no layoffs and raises for all employees despite industry trends. Strong revenue growth (up 126% YoY) supported workforce stability.

Nvidia chips used in Israeli defense systems. Major Israel R&D presence. But also sells to all markets globally. No public stance on conflict.

No major layoffs. Rapid hiring as AI demand explodes. One of few tech giants not cutting staff. Jensen Huang opposed to layoffs.

Export restrictions on China. But provides chips to US military and allies. H100/A100 critical for defense AI systems.

Nvidia AI chip dominance scrutinized. Export controls limit China sales. 80%+ market share in AI chips.

Nvidia no major DEI rollback. Jensen Huang focused on business not politics. Diverse engineering team.

Nvidia Jensen Huang apolitical publicly. Export controls debate. China restrictions. Bipartisan chip support.

Nvidia chips power AI globally. Export controls. Jensen Huang navigates regulation.

Nvidia AI chip dominance responsible. Jensen Huang balanced on regulation. Export controls compliance.