Scoring 21 bids with an agent loop cost $1.58. A single structured call scored 268 bids for $0.19. The cost difference is about 100× per bid, with the model swap accounting for only ~3× and the rest due to loop re‑reading its own context. For classification, architecture beats model choice.
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Cost: 21 bids via agent loop = $1.58; 268 bids via structured call = $0.19.
Cost per bid: ~100× cheaper with structured call; model swap explains ~3×, loop context re‑reading explains remainder.
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FilmsAI Halloween Contest prize pool announced
FilmsAI announced a Halloween contest with a $1,000 prize pool. There are two categories and six winners with specified cash awards. Entries must be at least 90 seconds and are judged independently. Winners will be paid by November 5 2026.
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Prize pool: $1,000 total, $300 × 2, $150 × 2, $50 × 2.
Deadline payment: all winners paid by November 5 2026.