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Enterprise Architecture And Data Warehousing · 2024-09-30

Decision Date
2024-09-30
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.

Proposed Endeavor

I will spearhead the development of blockchain-based anti-fraud solutions, employing cutting-edge techniques such as advanced identify verification, smart contracts, encryption methods, amongst others, to mitigate the prevalence of fraudulent activities that currently plague the financial industry. This approach will promote security, transparency and efficiency in major industries including healthcare services, education, small businesses, and fintech which play a crucial role in the national life and socioeconomic wellbeing of the nation. By focusing on leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and robust cyber-security measures, my endeavor holds significant value and national importance, as it essentially applies a tool important for the success of business and national security operations-Information Technology (IT).

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance Not Met

The Director determined the endeavor had substantial merit, but USCIS agreed that the petitioner did not sufficiently demonstrate the national importance of his endeavor, failing to show how his individual company would have a national-level impact or significant positive economic effects.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of his proposed endeavor under the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. While the endeavor had substantial merit, the petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate how his individual consultancy company would achieve a national-level impact or create substantial positive economic effects. The submitted documentation on technology and cybersecurity in the financial services industry did not specifically address the prospective impact of his individual business, and letters of recommendation focused on past job performance rather than the proposed endeavor's national importance. Assertions about job creation were speculative and lacked independent evidence, and the record did not demonstrate that the endeavor had the significant potential to broadly enhance societal welfare or contribute to the advancement of a valuable technology.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Reference Letters Dependent

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A dismissed EB-2 NIW petition means USCIS found the evidence insufficient to meet the eligibility criteria. Common reasons include weak documentation, failure to meet the required number of criteria, or insufficient evidence of the claimed qualifications. Petitioners can refile with stronger evidence or explore alternative visa categories.

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Outcome dismissed
Criteria Met 0 / 3
Evidence Types 1

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