[math-fun] 45th and 46th Known Mersenne Primes Found!!!!???

45th and 46th Known Mersenne Primes Found!!!!??? On August 23rd, a computer reported finding a new Mersenne prime to the server! Because I was on vacation, verification did not begin until the 26th. Two verification runs are in progress. Estimated completion is September 10th or 11th. Check back here for updates! Amazingly, on September 6th, another computer claims finding a new Mersenne prime!! Independent verification has begun. look for updates at: http://www.mersenne.org/