Ed Zitron argues that the majority of AI compute demand stems from services offered either for free or at a steep discount. He suggests that the actual cost of these services, based on token usage, is so high that individuals on standard subscription plans could not afford them if they paid the true price. Zitron likens this economic model to selling $40 worth of value for $1, questioning its sustainability and the nature of the demand. AI
IMPACT Questions the economic viability of current AI service models, suggesting a potential unsustainability of free or heavily discounted access.
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