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business Updated 21 Oct 2026

OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads to Pakistan and 25 other countries

HarZaviya summary · from 5 outlets

Most outlets reported the expansion of ChatGPT advertising to 26 new countries, including Pakistan, as a move to boost revenue and scale the advertising business. The News International and Profit provided additional context about the total number of markets now offering ChatGPT ads (89) and the potential for an initial public offering. Excerpts varied slightly in emphasis, with some outlets leading with the inclusion of Pakistan and others framing the expansion as part of a broader global strategy.

Summary generated by HarZaviya from the headlines and excerpts of the 5 outlets below. Each outlet's own headline is listed under it.

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  1. OpenAI expands ChatGPT advertising to Pakistan, 25 other countries

    Expansion brings total markets to 89 as company broadens advertising business ahead of potential IPO

  2. Daily Times 94% identical

    OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads to Pakistan and 25 countries

    OpenAI is expanding advertising on ChatGPT to 26 additional countries, including Pakistan, as it seeks to grow revenue. The expansion brings the total number of markets offering ChatGPT ads to 89. The company announced the move on Wednesday as it develops its advertising business ahead of a potential stock market listing. OpenAI said its advertising […]

  3. The News International 87% identical

    OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads to more countries: Full list

    On Wednesday, OpenAI announced it was expanding advertising on ChatGPT to 26 more countries-a significant move for the AI company to scale up its business and accelerate revenue generation ahead of a potential initial public offering. The...

  4. Dawn 93% identical

    OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads to 26 more countries, including Pakistan, in bid to boost revenue

    OpenAI said on Wednesday it was expanding advertising on ChatGPT to 26 more countries, including Pakistan, ​bringing the total to 89 as ‌the AI company beefs up its advertising business to boost revenue ahead of a potential initial public ​offering. The company said in August its ads ​business had reached an annualised revenue run ⁠rate of $1 billion. OpenAI began testing ads in ChatGPT ​in the...

  5. The Express Tribune 92% identical

    OpenAI expands ChatGPT ads to Pakistan and 25 more countries in bid to boost revenue

    Advertisers can access ChatGPT ads in the new markets through technology partners or use a self-service option

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