Is Digital Politeness Costing Us Big?

Ever thanked ChatGPT for its help? Turns out, those extra words aren’t just harmless—they’re racking up millions in costs and energy use for OpenAI. Every polite phrase triggers more calculations, wasting resources without improving answers. Should we ditch our human habits when talking to AI, or does courtesy still matter—even if the recipient is just code? Let’s debate: Is it time to get blunt with our bots? #AIethics #TechDebate #DigitalPoliteness #Sustainability #ChatGPT #Tech