OpenAI Published 722 Math Papers in a Day, and Over Half Cite Itself
JessicaHullman · x · 2026-10-08
Ben Laufer analyzed the citation network of 722 math papers OpenAI published in a day: over half cite another OpenAI-authored work, with many citation 'cycles' (A→B→C→A). He notes this doesn't imply faulty proofs but raises questions about evolving citation and publication norms; full analysis with plots and code is on his blog.
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