In this visualization, we map the populations of major regions at three different points in time: 1900, 2000, and 2050...
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What policy tools are global central banks implementing to combat the economic effects of COVID-19? We compare the responses of 29 countries.
Here are six reasons why hydrogen and fuel cells can be a fit for helping with the transition to a lower-emission energy mix.
This infographic illustrates how the fastest growing and declining retail brands are attempting to stay relevant in the pandemic economy.
COVID-19 deaths can be hard to interpret without context. This graphic shows how many people die each day globally, by cause.
Zoom benefits from the COVID-19 virtual transition—but other industries aren't as lucky. The app is now more valuable than the world's seven largest airlines.
Nevada accounts for 84% of U.S. gold production today. Here's a look at the state's rich history, its prolific production, and what the future may hold.
Globally, the curve of COVID-19 cases is flattening, but individual countries vary considerably as new pockets of the world deal with the pandemic.
In just 65 years, global life expectancy has skyrocketed. See its ascent in this short animation, or dive into the interactive version for more data.
Behold the glory of the Unified Geologic Map of the Moon, which brings decades of data into one map, revealing the potential for exploration.
Over 135 million people face acute food insecurity worldwide—but COVID-19 could almost double these numbers. Which regions could be most affected?
This month on VC+: The Trendline, our best infographics on wealth, a new monthly special dispatch, and we reveal the first chapter from our new book.
Humans are hardwired to make mental mistakes called cognitive biases. Here are common biases that can shape political opinion, and even elections.
This incredible flow diagram shows how U.S. energy use broke down in 2019, including by source and end sector.
As COVID-19 disrupts global supply chains, we take a look at how industries are investing in automation—and what this is tells us about the future.
Which apps have been the winners and losers of the COVID-19 lockdown? See how consumer behavior and app popularity has shifted in recent months.
Many millions of years ago, the world was one. This nifty map shows this Pangea supercontinent overlaid with modern country borders.
Global press freedom improved slightly in 2019, but censorship, intimidation, and violence remain a fact of life for many journalists around the world.