> I start to think that AI might be a net negative on the economy. It consumes an enormous amount of resources, just to keep doing what we did before
replyOutside of HN, this is all people are seeing. Gamers in particular aren't seeing a benefit. They are being priced out of their hobby. The recent DDLS 5 meme is what people think of when they hear AI.
Even inside the software bubble it's debatable if there is a significant benefit on productivity (judged by total cost).
replyBut even pure software companies are hit by higher hardware prices. Their customers need to buy expensive hardware and have less budget left to spend on software.
It will clearer soon after the api pricing model enforced on enterprise accounts.
replyI suspect this will soon follow and no fixed subscription model, which will enforce companies/developers to be moderate and thoughtful when using AI. Also I think Microsoft will do the same for copilot