AI is solving mathematical problems that have resisted some of the world's greatest mathematicians for decades. Why are mathematicians concerned instead of celebrating? The answer reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of what makes mathematics valuable. From Euler's seven bridges of Königsberg to the race to the Moon, I explain why solving a problem is not necessarily the same as advancing science, and why the real value of mathematical research often lies in the discoveries made along the way. More importantly, I explore a potentially devastating consequence of AI's growing capabilities: what happens when the next generation of talented students no longer sees a reason to become mathematicians? The implications could extend far beyond mathematics and affect the future of scientific progress itself.

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⏱️ **Chapters**

00:00 The Great Misunderstanding

01:43 What Maths Is Really About

08:00 Mathematics Dies With Us

🏷️ **Tags**

#artificialintelligence, #Mathematics, #AI, #OpenAI, #Math, #navierstokes, #ScientificDiscovery #FutureOfScience