Success Story: Strengthening AI with Privacy: EB-2 NIW Approved for Trailblazer in Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning
Client’s Testimonial:
“I’m writing to sincerely thank the entire Chen Immigration team for the wonderful news of my NIW approval. I truly appreciate you celebrating this milestone with me—it means a lot. I want to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt appreciation to everyone who contributed to my case, and a special thank-you to Belinda, who was my primary point of contact. I’m grateful for the team’s professionalism, timely communication, and exceptional attention to detail. I truly appreciated the responsiveness throughout the process, including the time someone kindly replied over the weekend, as well as the patience shown toward my many questions and revision requests. I was also impressed by how quickly the initial draft of the petition letter was prepared and how efficiently the full application package was finalized. The care and dedication from the entire team made a real difference. It has truly been a great experience working with your team. With such a high level of dedication and quality, I’m confident that the Chen Immigration team will continue to help many more clients succeed.”
On May 14th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Software Engineer in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).
General Field: Computer Science
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Software Engineer
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Colorado
Approval Notice Date: May 14th, 2025
Processing Time: 1 month, 10 days (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
We are proud to announce the EB2-NIW approval of a software engineer from China whose work sits at the critical crossroads of artificial intelligence and data privacy. This client has made significant contributions to developing privacy-preserving technologies for machine learning and cloud-based applications, ensuring secure data handling without compromising performance.
A Mission to Secure the Future of AI
As digital systems grow more powerful, so do concerns about how personal data is used. This client’s research addresses those concerns head-on. His work centers on building scalable, privacy-compliant AI systems—solutions that are urgently needed across industries such as healthcare, finance, digital marketing, and natural language processing.
His current research focuses on technologies like federated learning, differential privacy, data anonymization, and encryption—all essential tools for balancing innovation with individual rights. At the time of filing, the client was employed at a major tech company where he developed privacy-conscious attribution models for advertising systems, helping companies gain insights while protecting user data.
Proven Contributions and Recognition
This client holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science and has authored 4 peer-reviewed conference papers and 3 preprints, with 4 of these papers ranking among the top 1% most-cited in the field of Computer Science for his publication year. His research has been cited 85 times and has informed developments in autonomous systems, sentiment analysis, recommender systems, and secure NLP applications.
He has also contributed significantly to real-world applications, such as:
- Fatigue driving detection using YOLOv8—a real-time vision model to detect signs of drowsiness in drivers.
- Privacy-preserving NLP methods—offering novel combinations of differential privacy and federated learning.
- Optimized recommendation systems—using multi-agent reinforcement learning for more effective digital marketing strategies.
His work has already impacted peers globally. As one expert noted in a recommendation letter:
“This researcher’s contributions in securing AI systems while maintaining functionality are indispensable to the evolution of ethical AI practices.”
Why This Work Matters Nationally
At a time when privacy and AI development are often seen as being at odds, this client’s work bridges the gap. We demonstrated that his research meets the criteria for national importance by directly addressing growing public concerns about data misuse while enabling safe innovation. His work aligns with national goals for AI competitiveness, security, and regulatory compliance.
A Fast Approval, A Promising Future
Filed on April 4, 2025, and approved on May 14, 2025, this client’s EB2-NIW petition moved swiftly through the process. The approval is a testament not only to his contributions but also to the clear public benefit of his continued work in the United States.
We are honored to support the work of researchers whose talents serve both technological advancement and societal responsibility. This case highlights how thoughtful AI innovation can power progress without compromising public trust.