sustained EB-1A Case: Technology
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found the petitioner satisfied three evidentiary criteria: published material about his work, original contributions of major significance, and performing a leading or critical role. In the final merits determination, the AAO concluded that the petitioner's innovative work in AI and self-driving vehicles, significant venture capital investments in his companies, and recognition from experts demonstrated he is one of the small percentage at the top of his field with sustained national acclaim.
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