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scientific discovery on Beyond Market Intelligence: a running collection of 3 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on scientific discovery in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Acme AI is the next-generation, AI-powered spreadsheet platform built to replace Excel and redefine how analysts, data scientists, and enterprise teams work with data. New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around scientific discovery, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Beyond Market Intelligence is covering right now.
An unreleased Anthropic model made progress on one of math’s biggest unsolved problems
For over 150 years, the Riemann hypothesis has challenged mathematicians as one of the field's most enduring unsolved problems. Now, an unreleased Anthropic model has demonstrated unexpected progress toward understanding this complex concept. While not a solution, this advancement underscores the potential of AI to tackle fundamental mathematical challenges. Explore this significant development and its implications for the future of AI-driven discovery—a topic also examined in our article, "Claude Now Watermarks Everything It Makes," detailing a crucial step in responsible AI generation.
Exclusive: Mirendil inks $100M+ Google Cloud deal to scale self-improving AI
Mirendil, a leader in AI-native spreadsheet technology, has secured a significant partnership with Google Cloud, valued at over $100 million. This expansion will dramatically scale Mirendil’s compute infrastructure, fueling research into self-improving AI systems. The focus? Accelerating scientific discovery and propelling advancements in AI development itself. This investment underscores Mirendil's commitment to a future-focused approach to data management. For a broader look at AI’s impact on personalized experiences, explore our piece on how startups are leveraging AI for e-commerce recommendations.
Jeff Dean and other top AI researchers are leaving Google to launch their own startup
A seismic shift is underway in the AI landscape. Jeff Dean, the legendary Google executive, alongside other prominent AI researchers, is departing to launch a new startup focused on accelerating scientific discovery through artificial intelligence. This ambitious venture signals a progressive push beyond traditional computational methods, aiming to transform how research is conducted and breakthroughs are achieved. For deeper insights into the evolving intersection of AI and the physical world, explore our coverage of "TechCrunch Disrupt 2026’s Real World AI Stage."