Three new discoveries in mathematics, computer science, and physics

OpenAIOct 26, 2:35 PM PT

Context: OpenAI says its models contributed to new results in mathematics, computer science and physics, including a preprint arguing the Exponential Time Hypothesis is false.

From OpenAI: Related: The Exponential Time Hypothesis Is False [pdf] - https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50251661

Source

OpenAI (openai.com)

Published

Oct 26, 2:35 PM PT

First seen here

Oct 26, 8:14 PM PT

Edition

Monday, October 26, 2026, ranked 2

Status

The company itself announced or confirmed this.

Engagement

As shown by each platform when we last looked (Oct 27, 8:04 PM PT).

Why it’s here

OpenAI's research claims drew 1,129 HN points, and the paper itself another 778.

Topics

AI, Openai