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Fields Medallist Says OpenAI's 700 AI-Generated Maths Papers Have 'Annihilated' His Research Field

Fields Medal winner Hugo Duminil-Copin has criticised OpenAI's mass release of AI-generated mathematical proofs, warning it could disrupt research and discourage young scholars.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

What the RTP number on a slot never tells you about your actual session

Uncover why a high Return to Player percentage does not guarantee winning sessions, and learn the maths that actually drives slot payouts in the short term.

inkl · Oct 12

A 'Mathpocalypse' is freaking out cyber and finance experts. Should you be worried?

New findings from OpenAI revealed its agents are math geniuses—leading prominent figures to warn public encryption is in danger.

Fortune · Oct 12

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Can building more roads make traffic worse? Here’s the mathematics behind it

Tackling traffic congestion is one of the biggest challenges facing large cities around the world. When it comes to reducing congestion, one solution almost instinctively comes to mind: build more roads or widen existing ones.

The Conversation · Oct 12

‘When You Say I Should Pay $100 Billion, Then I’m Starting To Do A Little Math’: Bill Gates Said He’d Happily Pay ‘Over $10 Billion In Taxes’ But Some Are Asking Too Much

Bill Gates says he is happy to pay taxes, but there should still be some limit.

Barchart · Oct 11

Miz Manor Sale Math: WWE couple close $7.4m deal after $11.995m ask; move on to Las Vegas

WWE superstar Mike Mizanin and his wife Maryse have successfully sold their California mansion after extensive renovations. Initially bought for $6.4 million in 2019, they listed the lavish property for almost $12 million. The home, which boasted impressive amenities and was featured on their reality series Miz & Mrs., ultimately…

The Times of India · Oct 10

Falling test scores in schools startle EU countries: Why are standards going down?

It has been dubbed "the PISA shock". Countries that had been used to their school pupils performing well in test scores are seeing a plunge in standards. The PISA test is an international assessment led by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which measures how well 15‑year‑olds in…

France 24 · Oct 9

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The Real Cost of Mexican Politician Sandra Cuevas's $4,500 Celine Bag: 258 Workdays at Mexico's Minimum Wage

A barred Mexican politician flaunted an $4,500 Celine bag in Madrid. Here's what the math says about Mexico's minimum wage and inequality.

Latin Times · Oct 9

Is this the ‘mathocalypse’? Why OpenAI’s latest results dump has left mathematicians in shock

Earlier this week, OpenAI published a trove of hundreds of mathematical results it claimed could “push the frontier of human knowledge”. Produced largely by an unreleased artificial intelligence (AI) model, the 722 papers relate to 372 open problems covering everything from algebra and geometry to theoretical computer science.

The Conversation · Oct 9

Nvidia's $235 Billion Stock Buyback Has a Catch Nobody Is Talking About

Nvidia added $150B to its buyback, leaving $235B to spend by January 2028. NVDA needs to double its pace. See the cash math and what to watch on November 17.

Barchart · Oct 8

Inheriting a House? These States Can Make It More Expensive to Keep

Inheriting a house sounds wonderfully simple until the house starts sending bills. The mortgage may be gone, but property taxes, insurance, repairs and, in some states, inheritance taxes can quickly change the math.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 8

AI is causing a ‘mathocalypse’ that could break the internet

OpenAI’s latest milestone is ‘one of the biggest days in mathematical history’, writes one computer scientist. But the implications could extend far beyond maths, finds Anthony Cuthbertson

The Independent UK · Oct 8

Is House Hacking Worth It at 7% Mortgage Rates? Run This Test Instead

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit 7.28% last week, up from 6.34% a year earlier [1]. If you’ve been eyeing a duplex, you’ve probably already heard the verdict: house hacking is dead, the numbers don’t cash flow anymore.

Thousandaire · Oct 8

OpenAI publishes solutions to more than 370 outstanding math challenges. Math may never be the same

Some mathematicians celebrated OpenAI’s results. Others decried the company’s effort as an assault on their field.

Fortune · Oct 7

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The Guardian - US · Oct 7

OpenAI’s release of mathematical findings draws concerns from experts

Leaders worry OpenAI is not doing due diligence to vet results and that AI models aren’t accessible to broader field of mathematicians

Grocery Coupon Guide · Oct 7

Is the Combo Meal Actually Cheaper? We Did the Math at 6 Fast-Food Chains

Combo meals sound like they should save you money. After all, the restaurant bundles the sandwich, fries and drink together, so surely that costs less than ordering everything separately, right? Not necessarily—especially now that fast-food chains are competing with $5 meal deals, value menus, app discounts and build-your-own boxes. We…

The Independent UK · Oct 7

How much money Gen Z really needs to retire comfortably

Retirement savings are simply a math problem - but staying consistent is the trick, experts say

Salon · Oct 7

Hegseth's holy war has a math problem

Forget Iran — the defense secretary is focused on forcing his religion on everyone else

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Thousandaire · Oct 6

Should I Still Own Bonds? The Math After Their Worst Quarter Since 1994

If you opened your 401(k) this week, the bond slice is the part that looks, well, pretty crappy. The 10-year Treasury yield just posted its biggest quarterly jump in three decades, and a broad total bond market index fund lost around 3.5% for the quarter.

MyLifeXP · Oct 6

Flipkart Big Billion Days: Big Discounts, Bigger Choices

Big sale events can make even a simple shopping trip feel overwhelming. One minute you are checking the price of a phone, and the next you have added headphones, clothes, kitchen appliances and a dozen other items to your cart. Flipkart Big Billion Days is known for bringing a wide…

MyLifeXP · Oct 6

Why Can’t You Be Like Them?” What Comparison Does to Children

Many parents say things like this without meaning to hurt their child. Sometimes, comparison feels like a simple way to motivate a child to study harder, behave better, or work toward a goal. But children may hear something very different. Instead of thinking, “I should try harder,” they may think,…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh bats for Sanskrit, Vedic mathematics in schools

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has voiced strong support for integrating Sanskrit and Vedic mathematics into the educational curriculum. He called for Vedic mathematics to be mandatory for students should Yogi Adityanath secure another term as Chief Minister.

Clever Dude · Oct 4

Why More Men Are Rethinking the Second Car as Gas, Insurance, and Repairs Keep Climbing

A second car can quietly become one of the most expensive conveniences in a household. The vehicle may sit in the driveway most days, yet the bills keep arriving for insurance, registration, fuel, maintenance, tires, and repairs. That math has some men taking a fresh look at whether the second…

Clever Dude · Oct 3

The Tool Costs $500 and the Repair Shop Wants $700 — Is DIY Actually Saving You Money?

A $700 repair bill can make a $500 specialty tool look like a bargain. Spend the money on the tool, do the repair at home, and suddenly the savings seem obvious. Except the math does not end with $700 minus $500.

Grocery Coupon Guide · Oct 3

10 Grocery Staples You Should Never Buy Without Checking the Unit Price

Navigating supermarket aisles can often feel like walking through a carefully engineered maze designed to make you spend more money than intended. Bright packaging, bold promotional tags, and deceptive container sizes frequently trick shoppers into believing they are scoring a major bargain. Relying solely on the large sticker price printed…

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