In a remarkable twist of fate, two young Indian-origin tech prodigies, Ayush Pathak and Aryan Sharma, have caught the attention of none other than OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman.
Their AI startup, Induced, has successfully secured $2.3 million in seed funding, with the backing of Altman and the Indian VC fund Peak XV Partners.
While most teenagers are immersed in their academic pursuits, Pathak and Sharma have already made their mark as founding engineers in the world of Web3 development. Pathak’s contribution to the Thirdweb development platform and Sharma’s expertise in web3 user acquisition and retention through Layer3 is nothing short of impressive.
What sets Induced apart is its mission to transform the way businesses operate. The duo has designed a browser environment that streamlines and automates mundane manual tasks, freeing up precious time and resources for more creative endeavors. This innovative approach promises to enhance productivity and efficiency across various industries.
Induced’s journey serves as a testament to the boundless possibilities of youthful innovation, and their partnership with Sam Altman adds an exciting chapter to the story of AI entrepreneurship.



