OpenAI hires Uber India chief to lead its biggest non-U.S. market

TechCrunch reported that OpenAI hired Prabhjeet Singh, Uber's India and South Asia president, to lead its India operations. India is already one of OpenAI's largest markets outside the United States, and the appointment points to a more serious local push across consumer adoption, enterprise partnerships, and government relationships. The move also shows that AI labs are hiring market operators, not only researchers, as they compete for international growth.

Key details: Published June 26, 2026, Prabhjeet Singh previously led Uber India and South Asia, India is one of OpenAI's largest markets outside the United States, The role covers a market where adoption, policy, and partnerships overlap.

Why it matters: India is moving from being a user-growth story for AI labs to a market that needs dedicated leadership and local execution.