In the following infographic, the Ooma team broke down which industries rely on small businesses to operate. Some of the industries on the list are composed almost entirely of small businesses, highlighting their importance to local and national economies.
From the early ancient ideas and inventions that led to today’s predictive text software, the team at AIPRM charted the progress of AI technology. Starting in the ancient era, we find figures like the Persian Father of Algebra, Al-Khwarizmi. His discovery of algorithms made computing possible, which, in turn, made AI possible.
The team at Mortgage Calculator offers us a look at the cost-of-living crisis through the lens of eviction and foreclosure rates. They used the number of people behind on rent or mortgage payments to determine the number of people who were in danger of eviction or foreclosure and then mapped this to U.S. metro areas.
Excess waste is a concern around the world as we fight pollution, overcrowding, and disease caused by unsanitary conditions. This study from Paper Boss shows us not only which countries produce the most garbage but which recycle the most garbage.
A new study from the team at Ooma reveals which nation’s citizens spend the most time in front of a screen. Excess screen time is linked to poor health and other negative effects. For example, younger people generally spend the most time in front of a screen, but they’re most vulnerable to negative effects.
An alarming number of people, across all age groups, struggle to manage their finances wisely. This issue becomes even more acute for students—young adults who, after years of their finances being tightly controlled by parents, suddenly face the deceptively appealing financial freedom. The following infographic highlights key statistics related to students’ financial challenges.
Property crime is defined as theft or unlawful damage to another’s property and possessions. Property crimes can include acts like burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, vandalism, and arson. Theft is one of the most common crimes in the U.S., with millions of incidents reported each year.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a number of changes to the economy, but one of the most dramatic effects was on the housing market. Prices skyrocketed from 2020 to 2024. This study shows which cities saw the biggest increases in housing prices. Some of the increases are staggering at 70% or above.
Snipers are some of the world’s best marksmen, renowned for their precision aim, allowing them to covertly take down targets in one shot over vast distances. A study from the Sight Mark team shows us which snipers have made the longest and most impressive shots in the world.
The not-for-profit organization The Live-in Care Hub has researched data about strokes and how they impacts people’s lives. High blood pressure is the leading cause of stroke, contributing to 54% of all strokes, but lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of having a stroke.
