According to Lex Fridman (@lexfridman), his recent conversation with renowned mathematician Terence Tao highlighted the emerging role of artificial intelligence in addressing some of the hardest problems in mathematics and physics. Tao discussed how advanced AI systems can assist researchers by automating complex computations, generating novel conjectures, and analyzing vast datasets, which accelerates mathematical discovery and problem-solving. The discussion emphasized practical AI applications in theoretical research and suggested that future AI-powered tools could unlock significant breakthroughs in both academic and industrial settings (source: Lex Fridman Twitter, June 14, 2025).

According to @GoogleDeepMind, CEO Demis Hassabis visited the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) to discuss AI’s expanding potential in mathematical research, emphasizing the impact of longstanding collaborations between DeepMind and the mathematics community. The event featured a workshop and fireside chat with IAS director David Nirenberg, highlighting how advanced AI models are accelerating mathematical discovery, automating complex proofs, and opening new business opportunities in AI-driven research tools for academia and industry. The discussion underscored the commercial implications of AI-powered mathematical solutions, including efficiency gains for financial modeling, engineering, and scientific innovation (Source: @GoogleDeepMind, June 9, 2025).