Terence Tao's new paper: Mathematics in the age of AI
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-08-21
Terence Tao published a new essay titled "Mathematics in the age of AI" based on a lecture at ICM 2026. Assuming AI tools capable of research-level math will arrive, the paper examines the goals and values of mathematical research. Tao argues that AI may make proof generation abundant before the field adapts, stress-testing the implicit framework of mathematical values and practices.
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