AI Token Consumption Forecast to Increase 24 Times by 2030

Goldman Sachs predicts that external token consumption for AI will rise 24 times between 2026 and 2030, reaching 120 quadrillion tokens per month. This increase is driven by businesses adopting AI agents, even as firms face challenges in managing token usage. Companies like Microsoft and Uber have reported difficulties in controlling their token expenditures. These developments highlight significant transparency and budgeting issues as AI technology continues to evolve, which could impact costs for businesses and consumers alike.