Hardest Solved Math Problems in Computer History

A historical look at the most significant mathematical proofs reached via computational methods and AI assistance.

The top 3

  1. The Four Color Theorem (1976): The first major theorem proved primarily by computer, marking the transition from human-only to machine-assisted mathematical discovery.
  2. Kepler Conjecture Proof (1998): Thomas Hales utilized extensive computer linear programming to prove how spheres pack most densely, a problem open since 1611.
  3. IMO Grand Challenge Milestones: The ongoing competition to reach gold-medal level performance on International Mathematical Olympiad problems, now within reach for modern AI.

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