Model Collapse and Idiocracy: Ensuring the Future of AI Stays Intelligent
Diana Kelley ● May 14, 2026
Model collapse is the AI equivalent of the movie Idiocracy. When AI models are trained on low quality data, they experience irreversible defects; gradually losing accuracy. This presentation will demystify the technical reasons behind AI degradation, examine the security implications, and provide actionable guidance using NIST AI-RMF principles to ensure AI remains reliable and effective.