AI Community Criticizes OpenAI’s Claim of Mathematical Breakthroughs with GPT-5
OpenAI researchers faced significant backlash after claiming GPT-5 had solved previously unsolved mathematical problems. Meta’s Yann LeCun and Google DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis both described the situation as embarrassing, while mathematician Thomas Bloom clarified the AI had merely found existing solutions. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the AI research community about appropriate claims of advancement.
AI Leaders Criticize OpenAI’s Mathematical Breakthrough Claims
OpenAI researchers are facing significant criticism from prominent AI industry leaders after making bold claims about GPT-5’s mathematical capabilities. According to reports, Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun described the situation as “embarrassing,” while Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis echoed similar sentiments about what he characterized as premature celebration of unverified achievements.