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Ask HN: Is classical AI research still being done because it helps modern AI?

SpeculationResearchAug 17, 2026

amichail posted a question on Hacker News asking whether classical AI research continues because it benefits modern AI systems. The post speculates that classical AI has effectively become a set of tools that LLMs can draw upon as needed, raising the question of whether classical AI research is still actively pursued on that basis. The post received minimal engagement, earning only three points with no discussion comments at the time of capture.

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