Stratechery analysis probes AI model costs and future uncertainty

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-07-20 14:35

Ben Thompson, writing for Stratechery, explores the cost of goods sold (COGS) for AI models under different future scenarios. The piece suggests that the trajectory of cloud-based AI models versus local models remains uncertain, with significant implications for future development and deployment. AI

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Stratechery analysis probes AI model costs and future uncertainty

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In "Who’s Afraid of Chinese Models?" at # Stratechery , Ben Thompson has some interesting thoughts about COGS (costs of goods sold) under various scenarios. It'

In "Who’s Afraid of Chinese Models?" at # Stratechery , Ben Thompson has some interesting thoughts about COGS (costs of goods sold) under various scenarios. It's worth reading, though I think you have to subscribe to at least a free level of his service. I came away thinking he m…

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In "Who’s Afraid of Chinese Models?" at # Stratechery , Ben Thompson has some interesting thoughts about COGS (costs of goods sold) under various scenarios. It'

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