Abstract: Data-driven optimization problems (DDOPs) have become increasingly prevalent in real-world applications where analytical models are unavailable or expensive to evaluate. Data-driven ...

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Tests that once challenged advanced AI models are now being solved with ease, making it harder for researchers to pinpoint what current systems are actually capable of.