OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed that maintaining ChatGPT’s polite conversational style incurs tens of millions in operational expenses annually. This reveals the financial burden associated with prioritizing user-friendly AI interactions, as a key aspect of ChatGPT’s design is its commitment to respectful communication. 🕵️♀️ 💰 The emphasis on this politeness has led to substantial spending by OpenAI, and it raises questions about the sustainability of such a model amidst growing demand for AI services. However, Altman believes that investing in user-friendliness is crucial to aligning with OpenAI’s mission to develop beneficial and safe AI technologies. The challenge now lies in finding the right balance between operational costs and ongoing innovation in AI development.