Explore the intriguing concept of phase transition theory applied to machine learning model performance in this 27-minute lecture from the Fourth Symposium on Machine Learning and Dynamical Systems. Delivered by Markus Abel of Ambrosys GmbH, delve into the theoretical framework explaining how and why the scores of machine learning models degrade over time. Gain insights into the parallels between physical systems and machine learning algorithms, and understand the critical points at which model performance undergoes significant changes. Suitable for researchers, data scientists, and machine learning enthusiasts interested in the theoretical underpinnings of model behavior and longevity.