It's supposed to be a moneysink, and I guess it does that job just fine by being so expensive. Not everyone can afford it, and those who are lucky to get it and sell it can be happy.
It is not like everyone makes 6bil off of Sci-Data every month, and it is not like Sci-Data is a constant income either.
I think the system is entirely fine and doesn't need any adjustments
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