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OpenAI reportedly mistranslated Navier-Stokes proof mathematics into code

Original: OpenAI mistranslated mathematics into code for its Navier-Stokes proof

A report says OpenAI made errors when converting the mathematics behind its claimed proof related to the Navier-Stokes equations into computer code, casting doubt on the verification of the result. The Navier-Stokes problem is one of mathematics' famous Millennium Prize problems, so any AI-assisted attempt attracts intense scrutiny. Commenters are debating whether the flaw undermines the proof or merely reflects challenges in formalising deep mathematics with AI tools.

Why now: Claims of AI-assisted progress on a Millennium Prize problem draw heavy scrutiny, and an error in the code undermines confidence in the proof.

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