Leading mathematicians in China convened in Beijing on Sunday to establish the Yau Laboratory Alliance for Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence. The initiative, led by Fields medallist Shing-Tung Yau, seeks to integrate AI tools into mathematical research across the country. Yau cautioned that China currently trails behind the United States in leveraging AI for scientific advancement. The alliance will initially unite eight prominent institutions, with a goal of building a network exceeding 1,000 researchers. This collaboration aims to accelerate mathematical discoveries through the power of artificial intelligence. The alliance represents a significant push for China to bolster its position in the global landscape of AI-driven scientific innovation. This new endeavour hopes to improve China’s overall research output.