Knuth's Astonishment: Claude's Triumph in Graph Theory

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Published: Mar 5, 2026 13:57
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Computer science legend Donald Knuth was amazed by Claude Opus 4.6's ability to solve a long-standing mathematical problem in just an hour. This event marks a significant milestone in AI research, demonstrating the impressive capabilities of Large Language Models and their potential to tackle complex scientific challenges. It also signals a shift in perception, as even seasoned experts are recognizing the power of Generative AI.
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"The reason was that he had solved the unsolved problem he had been working on for several weeks, with Anthropic's AI model Claude Opus 4.6 in just one hour."
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