Politeness Comes at a Price: The Costly Reality of ChatGPT Manners
Ever wondered how much a simple 'please' or 'thank you' costs? In the world of AI chatbots like ChatGPT, these courteous words are more costly than you'd think. According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the computational demands of politeness add up to 'tens of millions of dollars.' This cost arises from the need to process every additional word, impacting energy consumption and even pricing models. While the benefits of such politeness might be intangible, the debate on whether it's worth the price is heating up.
Apr 25