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importantSYS.SOURCE: Scientific American• 2026-07-13T17:21:10Z

Advances and Open Questions in Multiplication Algorithm Efficiency

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The article discusses the historical development of multiplication algorithms, highlighting Karatsuba's 1960 breakthrough that reduced computational complexity from O(n²) to O(n^1.585), while noting that the optimal method remains an open problem in mathematics. It emphasizes the practical significance of efficient multiplication for modern computing applications like encryption and AI.

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