This notion that a corporate brand alone dictates pricing is far too simple; it's like saying a school's name guarantees success without mentioning the curriculum or teacher qualifications.
In our experience, a brand like Anthropic or Google might provide visibility, but the actual pricing dynamics are fundamentally tied to the specific legal and contractual frameworks.
Without clearly defined terms of use and licensing agreements that establish ownership and liabilities, the brand is just a logo.
For instance, if the legal entity responsible for a model's upkeep isn't properly documented, how can one enforce consistent pricing across different user agreements?
It all comes down to process and documented approvals, not just a famous name on the packaging.