Will the Riemann hypothesis be solved by 2100?

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The discussion revolves around the complexities of the Riemann Hypothesis, with participants expressing their struggles to understand it and referencing notable figures like Littlewood and John Nash, who grappled with the problem. One contributor presents a personal theory suggesting that universes where the hypothesis holds true have a probability of zero, implying a unique coincidence in our universe. The conversation also touches on the implications of proving Fermat's Last Theorem, suggesting that it could open doors to new possibilities in mathematics. However, a participant criticizes the speculative nature of the discussion, stating it does not meet the quality standards of more serious forums, leading to a decision to close the thread.
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I once picked up a book on the Riemann Hypothesis and couldn't even understand the first page. LIttlewood said "I can't see any reason why it would be true." John Nash went nuts trying to solve it.

My pet theory is that Universes in which the Hypothesis is true are of probability zero. We just happen to live in this infinite coincidence. :-)

But if Fermat's Last Theorem can be proved then anything is possible.
 
Sorry, my crystal ball is having major surgery at the moment.

Since no one knows exactly what its internal processes are, the prognosis is grim. :cry:

I'l get back to you if it survives.

If you find an answer before I get back to you, please let me know so your problem can be removed from the "To Do List."

Thank you,
Tom 🤡
 
Hornbein said:
But if Fermat's Last Theorem can be proved then anything is possible.
Kurt Gödel disagrees.
 
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Such speculation is pointless. This thread does not reach PhysicsForums quality standards. It will now be closed.
 
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