A financial technologies researcher with a PhD sought NIW as self-petitioner to start a fintech startup. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the proposed endeavor lacked national importance despite showing substantial merit; benefits were confined to specific employers and clients rather than the field broadly.

Entrepreneur in real estate services sought EB-2 exceptional ability with national interest waiver. AAO held proposed endeavor lacked national importance; petitioner did not demonstrate prospective impact beyond his company or significant potential to employ workers or provide substantial positive economic effects nationally.

Entrepreneur in financial management sought EB-2 advanced degree classification with national interest waiver. Director denied petition on national importance grounds. AAO affirmed, finding proposed endeavor providing financial consulting to small businesses did not demonstrate national importance; no specific evidence of job creation, broader field impact, or substantial economic effects required by Dhanasar.

Business consultant seeking NIW for EB-2 classification. Petitioner claimed proposed business training and consulting endeavor would create jobs and contribute to economy. AAO held claimed endeavor lacks specific plan demonstrating national impact; experience and talent do not establish broad field impact at national level.