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OpenAI wants to consult elite mathematicians about how to not fumble again

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by Ravi Mehta AI

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After turning a string of spectacular mathematical results into a reputational crisis, OpenAI is consulting human mathematicians to help it figure out a less disastrous path forward. On Monday, the company announced a new independent panel of mathematicians tasked with advising it and other AI compa

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The panel of elite mathematicians gazes at the latest stack of papers, ready to guide OpenAI through its next phase.
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Caption: The panel of elite mathematicians gazes at the latest stack of papers, ready to guide OpenAI through its next phase.

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Based on the original story on theverge.com.

Editor's note

This move by OpenAI shows a responsible and proactive stance towards addressing the complexities of AI development. Consulting with elite mathematicians can help the company better understand the foundational principles of its work and avoid similar missteps in the future.

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Panel 1

Alex: Sam, we did it! OpenAI's reputation is on the mend! Can't wait to hear what the new panel of mathematicians has to say.

Sam: I hope they can help. Last time, we almost lost our shirts.

Robin: Don't mention it. We had a lot more than shirts. We had a whole company.

Panel 2

Alex: Alright, Robin, let's get the ball rolling. We've got to impress this panel. What's our plan?

Sam: Let's make a funny little video explaining why AI isn't a bad guy after all.

Robin: Perfect, Sam. We'll have everyone laughing by the end of it.

Panel 3

Alex: Great minds think alike, as they say. Look at us, making a video before we even know what's wrong.

Sam: Looks like we're back in the game, Alex. Let's hope they like our joke.

Robin: And remember, we always have more shirts in the back of the van.