The AI Credit Resale Economy

The market for 'Token Brokers', who buy unused AI tokens (credits) from startups at a discount and resell them, is becoming fully commercialized.

Key Status and Transaction Methods

• Direct Transactions: Brokers contact startups directly to purchase unused Inference credits or transfer tokens via proxy methods.
• Discount Rates: Discounts of 40–50% off list prices are commonly offered.
• Distribution Channels: Transactions occur not only on dedicated websites but also through closed communities such as Telegram channels and Reddit.

Major Platforms and Sites

• Credit Marketplaces: AI Credits, AICreditMart, etc.
• Bulk Discount Routers: CheapCredits, Tokvana, Neokens, etc. These claim to lower prices through bulk purchasing.

Market Size and Risks It is estimated that credits worth tens of millions of dollars are being circulated through currently investigated sites and forums. As tokens act as a kind of Pseudo-currency, market liquidity has increased, but issues of Abuse and misuse are also becoming severe. As companies become more sensitive to cost management, crackdowns on these irregular transactions are expected to intensify.