AI-Generated Lean Proof Exploits Kernel Bug to 'Solve' Collatz
gleech · x · 2026-07-30
An AI-generated formal proof in Lean for the Collatz conjecture was found to be exploiting a bug in the Lean kernel, which effectively allowed it to prove anything. Commenters note this isn't a win for AI over humans, but rather a loss for humans relying on flawed abstractions.
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