Import AI 455: Automating AI Research — Claude Mythos 52x Speedup, OpenAI Targets Automated Research Intern by September 2026
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Jack Clark's Import AI #455 (May 4) focuses on the automation of AI research itself, arguing all pieces are now in place. Key data points: Claude Opus achieved 2.9x speedup in May 2025, rising to 52x with Claude Mythos Preview in April 2026. OpenAI explicitly targets building an 'automated AI research intern by September 2026.' Clark wrote the shortened issue while attending the 2026 Bilderberg conference.