AI: The Expensive Buddy You Didn't Invite to Dinner

So, AI was supposed to be our money-saving buddy, but now it's like that friend who orders all the appetizers and leaves you with the check! Companies are realizing that those shiny AI tools come with monthly fees that pile up faster than my pizza cravings. The question's gone from 'Should we use AI?' to 'Is this worth the dough?' Who knew being smart could cost so much?