Misc Visuals
Photographer Visualizes One Year in a Single Picture
If you want to see a unique visualization, check out this photo by Eirik Solheim. At first you might not see what makes this photo so special but after a closer look you may start to realize that this photo is actually comprised of many different snap shots in time. This is actually 3,888 photos to be exact, taken every day for an entire year put together to form what he calls ‘One Year in One Image‘.
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Starting on the left with January and ending with December on the right you can clearly see each season change. Located in Oslo, Norway, Eirik set up an SLR camera in his window and kept it in the same spot for one whole year. He would snap an image every half hour using the same focus point and f stop. At the end of the year he had 16,000 photos. Since the resolution of each image was 3888×2592 Eirik decided to select 3,888 images to create this photo. Next, he had to find out how to split each photo into a line of data. He already knew he wanted to create 3888 vertical lines that were all 2592 pixels high for the final photo but trying to manage this by hand in Photoshop would have taken a very long time. So he asked some of his followers for some programming help to make the process automated. Using a script developed by Jo Oterhals, Nikolai Kristiansen and Aslak Hellesoy he was able to complete his vision.
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New Study Reveals Details About American Intimacy
NapLab’s new study, “Most Popular Sex Positions,” is so much more than a cheeky peek at bedroom habits. It’s a fascinating examination of human intimacy, preference, and evolving sexual behaviors over time. The team employed bright visuals, clear rankings, and easy-to-read data that compile their survey responses into a graphic that shows us which sex positions are most popular and how that preference changes and shifts over time.
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The results are not surprising at first glance. The most popular positions are missionary, doggy style, and cowgirl. But a closer look at the data tells a more nuanced story. We can see that younger adults are more likely to favor adventurous or dominating positions, while older people prefer positions that emphasize comfort and emotional connection. People who have been in relationships longer seek positions based on comfort and ease of movement. This may be partially due to physical ease, but it also speaks to emotional and psychological needs.
This chart stands out for its ability to discuss a sensitive topic respectfully yet engagingly. The team skillfully avoids judgment and sensationalism in its presentation of the data. The visual format is approachable for readers who may shy away from the details and feel uncomfortable reading about sexual preferences. The graphic helps normalize conversations about sex, encourages healthy communications between partners, and promotes the idea of discussing desire to improve sex lives.
Gender differences are on display here, too. Men and women enjoy a variety of positions, but we see variations in the rankings that reflect different desires for control, stimulation, and connection. Rather than reinforce gender stereotypes, these differences highlight why communication is so important in a sexual relationship. It’s normal for one partner to enjoy something a little different from the other, and exploring those differences together will lead to a better experience for both partners.
This chart’s strength lies in the different ways it can serve the audience. For curious people, the graphic prompts a reflection on personal preferences. For couples, this could be a useful and judgment-free tool for trying something new and exploring what feels good. Educators and therapists could use the graphic as a visual aid while discussing intimacy in a data-driven way.
The most meaningful takeaway is the reminder that there’s no one “correct” way to have sex. Preferences and variations are common and natural. Some people seek novelty while others value comfort. Some want connection while others are seeking a thrill. The study reinforces the fact that open communication, consent, and a willingness to understand a partner’s needs are the path to a happy sex life.
This study is more than a chart of sex positions. It’s a cultural glimpse into intimate relations and the ways we connect physically and emotionally while opening the door to deeper conversation about pleasure, partnership, and trust, all while keeping the topic light, respectful, and fun.
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Study Reveals How Age Shapes Social Media Preferences
Social media platforms connect billions of people worldwide every day, but these platforms aren’t uniform. They’re diverse micro-societies reflecting different age groups at different rates. Ooma’s new infographic analyzes social media usage patterns to deliver insights about generational preferences and a picture of the digital landscape’s influence on information spread.
The Ooma team used data from the Pew Research Center’s Social Media Fact Sheet and other reputable sources of social media demographics. Their approach gives us domestic and global information on platform usage numbers, which is valuable for researchers, marketers, and the digitally curious.
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A stand-out finding is YouTube’s enormous popularity across all American age groups. The platform brags 93% usage among 18–29-year-olds, 94% among 30–49-year-olds, 86% among 50–64-year-olds, and 65% among those 65 and older. YouTube is so widely used that it’s the second-largest search platform after Google. Anyone who wants quick video results can turn to YouTube to ask questions, but more than that, it’s a source of entertainment and education, too. With something for everyone, it’s no wonder YouTube is universally popular.
Facebook offered us some surprising data. It’s usually considered a platform for older generations, but the data defies this stereotype and shows us a platform with cross-generational appeal. 68% of people between 18 and 29 reported Facebook usage, and 78% between ages 30 and 49 did too. These numbers among younger people are nothing to sneeze at. Facebook has over 3 billion users worldwide, with a user base that clearly encompasses more than baby boomers and Generation X. Facebook’s staying power is impressive given the rise of up-and-coming apps like TikTok and Snapchat.
While YouTube and Facebook enjoy universal appeal, the infographic does reveal some age-based patterns for certain platforms. TikTok is certainly popular among younger users, with 59% of people aged 18 to 29 reporting that they use it, and only 10% of users over 65. TikTok’s user base tends to be young worldwide, with 30% of its users aged 18 to 24, and 21% between 13 and 17.
LinkedIn skews much older with usage peaking among 50- to 64-year-olds. This is no surprise as LinkedIn is primarily a professional platform made for business connections rather than entertainment or social sharing.
The data also reflects major shake-ups in a social media company that affect user bases. X, formerly known as Twitter, lost 2.7 million active users in just two months in December of 2024 after actions taken by CEO Elon Musk. The platform seems most geared toward people between 18 and 34, who comprise 34% of the user base.
These patterns show how age groups can affect social media usage and suggest what aspects of a platform attract different groups. The findings underscore how important it is for platforms of all kinds to adapt to changing culture and demographic needs or risk being left behind as exciting new platforms rise to take their place.
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30 Statistics That Show the Alarming Reality of Data Breaches
Ooma’s new infographic shows that data breaches are a huge concern and much more common than we would like to think. Their new graphic offers 30 statistic-based facts that show us the harsh reality. Companies have limited time to react to data breaches before they hit the news cycle, and software developers have to stay on their toes to prevent security threats. Data breaches hand over customer contact details, proprietary software, and employee information to bad actors, so taking these threats seriously is of the utmost importance.
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Record High Levels of Financial Damage
The financial stakes of data breaches have never been higher. The data shows that in 2024, the average global cost of a data breach reached an all-time high of $4.88 million, a 10% increase. On average, American organizations bear the highest costs, at $9.36 million per breach. The U.S. healthcare industry is hit the hardest, with average data breach costs around $9.77 million.
Mega breaches incur the highest costs and the most damage. A mega breach involves over a million records and costs an enormous $375 million to rectify. The largest data breach was the Change Healthcare attack in February 2024, which exposed 190 million medical records and caused over $2 billion in damages. This was the largest medical data breach in American history.
Human Error Leads to Cyberattacks
55% of all data breaches are malicious attacks, with the remaining attacks split between human error and system failures. This shows that nearly half of breaches are due to internal vulnerabilities instead of being caused by the power of a sophisticated external attack. Out of all applications, Microsoft Office suffers 69.1% of cyberattacks, which means that everyday office tools can become a major target, taking advantage of employee vulnerability.
When someone inside an organization leads the attack, the expenses are highest, averaging $4.99 million. Ransomware is still a big danger, with the costs of attacks increasing by 500% between 2023 and 2024 and the average recovery cost around $2.73 million.
Delays in Detection and Containment
The amount of time it takes for organizations to detect a data breach is a bit shocking. It takes an average of 204 days to discover the breach and then another 73 days to contain it. That’s a nearly 10-month data exposure window. Most distressing is the fact that personal data breaches take the longest to detect and contain – an average of 292 days.
Recovery and Data Breach Prevention
The aftermath of a data breach remains a big challenge. Only 12% of businesses report making a full financial recovery after the breach. 70% of breached organizations have significant disruptions to business, and only 1% describe the breach as low-impact. Healthcare businesses have the longest-lasting effects with major damage to their reputation. They need to spend 79% more on marketing for the two years following a data breach. Strategic investments in cybersecurity offer stronger protection, and using AI in security operations can save around $2.2 million. Overall, this graphic emphasizes the importance of investing in strong cybersecurity.
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