As AI gets more expensive, popularity of Chinese AI models like DeepSeek is growing fast, even though these models are not as good as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini. Industry experts believe the cost pressure is real and most companies will move to a hybrid model for AI use.
I think vassal states will likely still be forced to buy, because they exist to feed the beast, but yes it’s likely as the EU maybe stops being a lapdop that American software will continue to fall out of favor to ensure state independence and industry security.