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Terence Tao warns big AI firms are hurting mathematics after OpenAI’s Navier–Stokes claim

Terence Tao warns big AI firms are hurting mathematics after OpenAI’s Navier–Stokes claim

Fields Medalist Terence Tao argues that high-profile announcements by major AI companies are negatively affecting mathematical research culture. Citing OpenAI’s recent claimed advance on the Navier–Stokes problem, he calls for greater transparency and healthier incentives.

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Terence Tao: AI companies are harming mathematics