
OpenAI's Astra has achieved a significant milestone by solving ten longstanding mathematical problems. The solutions were verified using Lean-certified proofs, with the entire process incurring a cost of around $2,000 in token expenses. This development has sparked discussions about the acceleration of scientific discovery and the challenges of verifying complex proofs. The implications for mathematical careers and the potential for upheaval in the field are also being debated.
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