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As AI Closed In on ‘Unique Games’ Proof, Researchers Raced to Beat the Machines

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Briefings

On September 11, 2026, Professor Dor Minzer received a series of texts from a friend inquiring about his progress on the unique games conjecture, a major open problem in theoretical computer science. Minzer, an MIT professor, initially dismissed the messages as jokes before receiving further inquiries. The evidence indicates a rapid escalation of communication from a single friend, suggesting a personal or professional connection to the research community. No specific dates, numbers, or outcomes are provided beyond the initial text exchange.

Key points

• Professor Dor Minzer received multiple text messages from a friend on September 11, 2026, asking about his progress on the unique games conjecture.
• Minzer initially thought the messages were jokes before receiving further inquiries from the same source.

Context and limitations

The evidence is limited to a single text exchange on September 11, 2026, with no details on the content of the messages, the friend's identity, or the outcome of Minzer's research.

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