Reddit Discussion: Why Does AI Prioritize Math Over Curing Cancer?
TheAbyssalOne · reddit · 2026-07-24
A Reddit user questioned why AI, capable of compiling centuries of knowledge, isn't directly used to find cures for diseases like cancer. They wonder why current applications lean towards solving abstract math problems rather than immediate medical breakthroughs, sparking a debate on AI's actual capabilities and application focus.
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