GitHub Copilot shifts to usage-based billing

GitHub is transitioning its popular AI coding assistant, Copilot, to a usage-based billing model. This change aims to better align costs with actual consumption for organizations utilizing the tool. The move reflects a broader industry trend towards flexible pricing for AI-powered services. GitHub's Chief Product Officer, Mario Rodriguez, has been instrumental in the product's strategy and growth, overseeing its expansion to millions of users across thousands of companies. This billing adjustment is expected to impact how businesses budget for and utilize AI development tools going forward.