Anthropic S-1 filing signals end of 'cheap AI' era
The era of cheap, subsidized access to AI is ending, as companies now move toward charging based on actual usage. Anthropic may go public in late 2026, but the timing seems uncertain and depends on market conditions. As subsidies fade, both investors and enterprise buyers are focusing more on cost efficiency, and spending on generative AI appears to be rising due to higher overall usage. Enterprises are being advised to closely monitor and manage their AI costs at a detailed level. This shift suggests that both vendors and customers will need to adapt to new, usage-based pricing models.
