Why AI-solved math problems rarely lead to the next good question
tak3sh8 · x · 2026-09-08
Arguing in a thread around Terry Tao's remarks, the author suggests that solving a problem with AI often leaves you without the deep understanding gained from months or years of struggle, making it unlikely you can ask the right, fruitful next question — a core reason AI may speed up answers without speeding up mathematics.
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