From garden cities to psychogeography, the 20th century saw a number of bold ideas that radically changed urban planning.
This detailed and incredible map shows the exact date of origin for every one of the world's international borders.
The growing array of AI-powered 'smart speakers' on the market points to a larger consumer shift. Here's what you need to know.
Chinese consumers buy 11x more via digital wallets than U.S. consumers - so if you want to understand the future of mobile payments, see WeChat and...
Today's visualization demonstrates the mind-bending scale of the newest generation of megatall skyscrapers. The stage is set for a global skyscraper boom.
How long does it take English speakers to learn various languages? Spanish may be a quick one, but Japanese will likely test your resolve.
Easy access to information has changed almost everything, including our brains. Today's infographic features 7 tips to help you reclaim your short-term memory.
Not every world-changing invention stems from a pre-meditated stroke of genius. Sometimes luck or happenstance can be just as powerful for innovation.
Advertisers are spending billions on influencer marketing to reach a more engaged, targeted audience on Instagram.
Walmart employs 1.5 million people across the country - and the retail behemoth is now the largest private employer in 22 states.
Albert Einstein was one of the most brilliant, influential physicists in human history. Today's timeline is an illuminating look at his life and achievements.
The computer that helped navigate Apollo 11's moon landing had the power of two Nintendo consoles - here's how computing power has evolved since then.
A massive commuter dataset and algorithmic approach have created a unique, new map of America's megaregions.
How much money exists in the world? This updated visualization compares the world's richest people, companies, and markets with the world's money supply.
This infographic delves into the mechanics and feasibility of cryonics – a process that thousands of people are betting will give them a second shot at...
Much of the world’s population surfs an internet that is at least partially censored, and this map shows to which degree that is true for every...
The craft beer boom is a nation-wide trend, but certain cities have an outsize influence on the industry - and beer lovers.
Kowloon Walled City was known as an enclave for criminals, but that only tells one side of the story. The informal settlement also had a thriving...
Satellites get all the glory, but 99% of the world's data actually flows through a vast network of fiber optic submarine cables.
The Great American Eclipse will stretch over 12 states, and it’s being called the greatest temporary mass migration to see a natural event in U.S. history.
Where are the world's nuclear weapons located, how have these totals changed, and what the heck is going on with North Korea right now?
Disappearing web pages are creating an 'informational black hole'. How bad is digital decay, and what are we doing to combat it today?
Navigating the mean streets of 125 AD just got a lot easier with this subway-style map of the ancient Roman road network.
From searching flight deals to checking the weather, we rely on connected digital platforms in many ways. APIs work behind the scenes to make it all...
Fusion is the epitome of 'high risk, high reward' research. Each new technological breakthrough brings us a step closer to power that's too cheap to meter.
This infographic cuts through the mystique of the Dark Web and provides an entertaining and practical overview of this mysterious portion of the internet.
Brands are increasingly turning to social media celebs to move the needle on their sales numbers. Here's what you need to know about influencer marketing.
Algorithms do the digital heavy lifting that keeps our society running smoothly. This infographic shows how they work, and how they affect us daily.
95% of the world’s oceans remain unexplored. Today's video helps shed some light on just how deep the ocean is and what little we do know...
Visual Capitalist's creative team highlights the motion graphics, data visualizations, and infographics that have inspired them.
After decades of hyper-growth and worsening pollution, China has fully embraced rapid transit as a way to keep cities moving.
There are already 1,500 satellites in orbit, but the Earth's exosphere could become even more crowded. Here's what satellites do, and what is on the horizon.
American whiskey is experiencing an impressive resurgence, but the road to the current bourbon boom hasn’t always been smooth.
YouTube, Facebook, and email are ubiquitous now, but they all started out with a single post, profile, or message. Take a trip down the memory superhighway.
The creative economy is a vital contributor to economic health, but it's a hard thing to measure. Here are some of the most creative cities in...
Triple-digit growth numbers are transforming Chinese brands, like Oppo and Vivo, into significant players in the global smartphone market.
The story of how Vancouver lost its affordability...and its mind.
This data visualization compares the world's money supply and markets to give a sense of perspective.