Mathematicians debate: Does solving problems with AI deplete 'prestige' resources?
littmath · x · 2026-08-24
Responding to the discussion on the AI-proven Complex S^6, the commenter argues that while 'prestigious' problems are a scarce resource, 'interesting' problems are not, countering the pessimistic view that AI is depleting mathematical resources.
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