In mathematics, metaphors can provide powerful insights into abstract concepts. In my last post, I explored mathematical proficiency, which is often depicted as a tightly woven rope. Each of its five strands—understanding, fluency, problem-solving, reasoning, and productive disposition—plays an essential, …
There is growing evidence that we are experiencing a huge bubble when it comes to AI. But what’s also weird, bordering on cultish, is how bought in the researchers are in the world of AI. There’s something called the AI …
Congratulations to the winners of the Lincoln Mathematics Challenge 2024–25 and a big thank you to all participants! A strong competition made the choices difficult for the Competition Committee, and several joint winners had to be chosen for each place. Solutions …
On Wednesday, June 18, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced it had seized $225 million in cryptocurrency connected to pig butchering scams. The seizure involves funds stolen from 400 victims worldwide, and as CNBC reports, it’s the largest-ever seizure of its …