The global mathematics competition hosted by Alibaba Group has opened its doors for applications, welcoming math enthusiasts and developers worldwide. Interested participants can register on the website of Alibaba’s research institute, DAMO Academy, from this week until early April.
Applicants will undergo a preliminary round where they tackle real-world math problems before advancing to the final round. The final round will test their foundational math skills across five subject areas, all conducted online.
This year, the competition introduces a new track for AI models, allowing developers, academic institutes, and startups to participate. In the preliminary round, AI models can utilize large language models (LLMs) to solve math problems within 48 hours. Judges will evaluate the models based on innovation, logic, and efficiency, with the winner receiving a $10,000 prize.
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According to the organizing committee, the inclusion of artificial intelligence (AI) aims to showcase its capabilities in logical thinking and problem-solving. However, AI models still face challenges in solving complex mathematics due to less robust reasoning skills.
The competition, which has seen participation from over 50,000 individuals across 70 countries and regions since its inception, boasts previous winners from prestigious academic institutions worldwide.
Registration for the competition is open to all, with no entry requirements or admission fees. The preliminary round is scheduled for April 13-15, 2024, and the final round will take place on June 22, 2024.
Top performers in the final round stand a chance to win gold awards and a grand prize of $30,000 each. Silver and bronze award winners will also receive cash prizes.
Last year, the competition crowned its youngest-ever prize winner, a 17-year-old sophomore from Peking University who scored full marks among 685 contestants across 19 countries.
Interested individuals can register for the competition on the DAMO Academy website.