Startup founders say proposed changes in the state budget could lead to a “talent exodus,” despite announced tax carve-outs intended to support businesses. Multiple outlets report that a snap, two-day parliamentary inquiry into the budget’s tax measures is ongoing and is expected to produce its report after the inquiry concludes. The founders’ warnings focus on potential impacts on innovation and the ability of startups to attract and retain skilled workers, arguing that the overall effect of the tax changes may outweigh the benefits of the carve-outs. While the articles describe the carve-outs as a mitigating measure, they emphasize that founders remain concerned about broader consequences for the startup sector, including whether costs and policy signals could cause talent to leave or discourage investment and growth. The inquiry’s report is expected to address the budget tax changes and their likely effects, including the concerns raised by founders. The coverage is aligned in describing both the timing of the inquiry and the founders’ central message that innovation may be harmed.