AI and formal theorem proving leaves surprisingly few “load-bearing” math problems
BlancheMinerva · x · 2026-07-21
A reply thread about AI and formal theorem proving argues that it is surprising how few people can name an open mathematical problem that is truly "load-bearing" in how they view the world.
The author says they personally find that baffling, and frames the lack of a strong example as the most interesting takeaway from the NASEM workshop on AI and formal theorem proving.
Related event: NASEM Workshop Reveals Lack of Worldview-Shifting Math Problems(2 posts)→
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