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HealthPolicy

Intelligence doesn't come cheap as AI drives up costs for the NSA, hospitals, and insurers

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AI deployment is driving substantial costs across multiple sectors: the NSA is already spending billions on advanced AI model testing, lawmakers estimate full AI oversight will cost tens of billions annually, and AI-assisted billing codes in US healthcare increased costs by nearly $1 billion over two years.

Why it matters

Rising AI costs have tangible impacts on government budgets, healthcare expenses, and insurance premiums, affecting taxpayers and patients directly.

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