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The gross margin structure of LLM products: what pricing and inference cost reveal about durability

LLM inference cost is driven by token volume, model choice, and call count. Mismatched with flat-rate pricing, it can make margin shrink as usage grows — here's how to spot and fix it.

September 26, 2026 Tied Inc.

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How to read a patent portfolio: a guide for investors and M&A professionals

How to evaluate a patent portfolio before engaging IP counsel — covering filing vs. grant distinctions, defensive/offensive/blocking patent types, and a four-step reading workflow for non-engineers.

June 3, 2026 Tied Inc.

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