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Moonshot AI Breakthrough: Indian-Origin Founder Slams US Visa Policies Over Kimi K3

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NRI HeraldJuly 17, 2026
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Yang Zhilin, Chinese tech CEO, speaks into a microphone at a conference.

Gupta's comments highlight frustration over US immigration rules that he says push skilled workers away. Moonshot AI, based in Beijing, has gained attention for developing advanced AI without relying on US-based talent.

The Kimi K3 release has sparked debate about global AI competition and the role of visa policies in shaping where top researchers choose to work. Gupta argued that the US is losing out on innovators who could otherwise contribute to American tech firms.

Moonshot AI has not commented on Gupta's remarks. The company continues to expand its AI capabilities, with Kimi K3 now available for public use under an open-weight license.

Tech desk · July 17, 2026
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