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Mathematics has changed. Let's act like it

The recent release of over 700 research papers by OpenAI has sparked disappointment among mathematicians due to the poor quality of the papers, lack of attribution, and disregard for traditional mathematical practices. Some mathematicians feel that AI is 'hollowing out' the subject and not addressing the core problems in mathematics. Mathematicians are advised to better explain the nature of mathematical problems and the significance of solving them. The author notes that AI has the potential to contribute to mathematics, but its use must be managed and controlled by mathematicians to ensure the integrity of the field. The author highlights the example of the Langlands program, where AI did not solve the major open problems, and instead of solving the problem, it opened up new areas of exploration.

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