More than 1,000 mathematicians have publicly pledged to avoid using artificial intelligence in their research. The move comes amid rising criticism of how AI companies have tackled mathematical problems, with some researchers now opting to exclude AI from their work entirely.
The pledge signals a notable split in the mathematical community. While some see AI as a powerful tool for discovery, these signatories are taking a stand against its influence, worried about the methods and motivations of the companies driving AI development.
According to New Scientist, the backlash is not just about the tools themselves but about the broader direction of AI in mathematics. The signatories' decision to shun AI is a deliberate statement about the values they want to preserve in their field.