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BUDGETING FOR AI IN YOUR STARTUP

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Startups should allocate 10-15% of their R&D budget to AI, as engineer salaries average $200k and AI tools cost about $30k per year. AI adoption varies, with AI-native startups potentially spending more. Companies should adjust as AI becomes more integrated into operations.