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# A question for high-level math people: what is the difference or gap in capability (if any) between AI being able to solve preexisting open questions/probs, vs AI being able to venture forward on its own and identify genuine new math problems nobody ever thought to ask or isolate before?

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**Published:** August 5, 2026  
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