# ​The Hidden Cost Of AI Coding: Why Context Matters More Than Tokens

> Source: <https://www.machinebrief.com/news/the-hidden-cost-of-ai-coding-why-context-matters-more-than-t-oj59>
> Published: 2026-07-27 12:45:00+00:00

# The Hidden Cost Of AI Coding: Why Context Matters More Than Tokens

By Kumar Chivukula, Forbes Councils MemberSource:

[Forbes Innovation](https://www.forbes.com/innovation/)AI has created a growing disconnect between activity and outcomes. More code is generated, but not necessarily more value.

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