AI is becoming AI's biggest customer as agentic token usage jumps 14x on OpenRouter

OpenRouter reports a 14x increase in agentic token usage as AI systems start using AI services more extensively. This shift indicates a growing trend where AI is not just a tool but also a consumer of AI resources, enhancing efficiency and capabilities.
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