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OpenAI's GPT-5.4 Pro aids in solving 60-year-old math problem

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OpenAI's GPT-5.4 Pro assisted in solving a 60-year-old mathematical problem posed by Paul Erdős. This development raises questions about the future of AI in mathematical research and problem-solving. OpenAI researchers discussed the implications of this breakthrough on the latest OpenAI Podcast. AI

IMPACT AI's growing capability in complex mathematical reasoning could accelerate scientific discovery.

RANK_REASON AI model assists in solving a long-standing mathematical problem.

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OpenAI's GPT-5.4 Pro aids in solving 60-year-old math problem

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  2. X — OpenAI TIER_1 English(EN) · OpenAI ·

    Earlier this month, an Erdős problem that had been open for 60 years was solved with help from GPT-5.4 Pro.

    Earlier this month, an Erdős problem that had been open for 60 years was solved with help from GPT-5.4 Pro. What happens now that AI is getting good at math? OpenAI researchers @SebastienBubeck and @ErnestRyu join host @AndrewMayne to explain what changed and what it could mean…

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