GPU Scarcity Ushers in New Era of Limited AI Access

The abundance of AI computing resources is ending as GPU prices surge—Nvidia Blackwell chips now cost $4.08/hour, up 48% in just two months. Major AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are rationing access to cutting-edge models, creating a tiered system where only well-funded organizations can access state-of-the-art AI. This supply crisis fundamentally reshapes the competitive landscape, widening the gap between AI leaders and startups.