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How AI is reshaping trust in mathematics and society

July 9, 2025•New Scientist•Original Link•2 minutes
Artificial Intelligence
Mathematics
Technology

A historical look at mathematics reveals how perceptions of AI trustworthiness are rapidly evolving

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The debate over trusting artificial intelligence with critical tasks has deep roots in mathematics. The famous four color theorem - proving any map can be colored with just four hues without adjacent same colors - became the first major mathematical proof achieved through computer assistance in 1976. This landmark case sparked controversy, with many mathematicians questioning whether machine-verified results could be considered valid proofs.

"How could something be called proven if the core of the proof hides behind an unknowable machine?" critics argued. This skepticism led computer-assisted proofs to remain a niche approach for decades. However, as reported in AI could change mathematics, modern AI is flipping this argument. Proponents now ask why we should trust human mathematicians with their inherent biases when machines can verify proofs with perfect accuracy.

"The argument raging over AI in mathematics is a microcosm of a larger question facing society"

This mathematical debate mirrors broader societal questions about AI adoption. While tech companies promise AI agents will handle mundane tasks from invoice processing to travel planning, real-world testing reveals limitations. As explored in 'AI agent running my day', current systems show flashes of capability but aren't yet reliable enough for full delegation.

Key points:

  • The 1976 four color theorem proof marked a turning point in computer-assisted mathematics
  • Modern AI advocates argue machine verification may be more reliable than human mathematicians
  • Similar trust questions apply to AI's expanding role in daily tasks and decision-making
  • Current AI systems show promise but still require human oversight

As society navigates this transition, we're essentially redrawing the map of human-machine collaboration - with the boundaries between trusted and untrusted AI still being defined.

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