Generative AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), is much cheaper to operate than commonly believed, with costs decreasing significantly in recent years. A comparison of LLM pricing to web search APIs shows that LLMs can be an order of magnitude less expensive, challenging misconceptions about their operational costs and sustainability. The article aims to clarify these points for those who hold the opposite view.
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