A Misalignment of AI in Mathematics

Fields Medallists have jointly declared that AI companies' push to use mathematical problem-solving as a benchmark for LLMs is severely misaligned with the goals of the mathematical community and detrimental to the science itself. While AI capabilities in mathematics have improved dramatically, the signatories argue that mathematics fundamentally depends on generating new insights and methods that are carefully studied, refined, and integrated into the broader scientific landscape—a process that differs fundamentally from simply solving problems. The declaration is part of a broader concern about AI alignment issues affecting other scientific and creative professions.