r/math bans AI-assisted math discussions, but fell for fake RSA-260 'random primes' post
burny_tech · x · 2026-09-04
The r/math subreddit has banned discussion of AI-assisted mathematical discoveries — yet made an exception for a post it genuinely believed claimed the RSA-260 factor was found by 'sampling random primes', sparking mockery. Critics say moderators are working overtime to keep major advances undiscussable, highlighting the community's messy handling of AI's role in research.
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