Syed Saif Ul Hassan 
Nov 10, 2025
In an incredible development in Pakistan’s tech industry, Pakistani-founded startup Jams has joined OpenAI, the developer behind the renowned artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT.
Jam's collaboration with the ChatGPT maker spotlights the increasing recognition of Pakistani entrepreneurs on the global stage.
Jams, co-founded by former Meta engineers Asad Awan and Hamza Aftab, is a startup focused on developing tools that enhance video experiences for users worldwide.
The startup previously secured investments from notable firms, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Indus Valley Capital (IVC). This partnership marks IVC’s first exit, a crucial milestone that highlights its support for promising Pakistani founders.
IVC founder Aatif Awan commended the Jams team on social media, stating that this success shows the achievements of Pakistani talent. He noted that Jams represented IVC’s inaugural investment in Pakistani founders operating internationally and expressed interest in further expanding this model.
This development is viewed as a positive indicator for Pakistan's burgeoning tech sector and its capability to compete on an international level.
The recognition of startups like Jams not only boosts Pakistani entrepreneurs' reputation but also signals a brighter future for the nation’s technology landscape.
