AI's Uncertain Path to Profitability: Silicon Valley Bets Big on AI Despite Mounting Costs and Unclear Returns

Silicon Valley has invested heavily in AI but it's unclear if it will pay off.

Platforms like Microsoft's GitHub Copilot lose money, with Copilot costing $20 per user but Microsoft losing $80 on some.

ChatGPT's user base is declining while costs stay high, losing money most times it's used.

AI is expensive to operate, burning through computing power and infrastructure.

Companies are trying to cut costs and reduce computing needs but it's proving challenging.