2018

A 2018 report illuminates the AI boom, particularly in the US, China, and Europe, using data visualizations. via MIT Technology Review.

Domee Shi's "Bao" is a Pixar short about an aging Chinese mom experiencing empty nest syndrome who gets another chance at motherhood when one of her dumplings springs to life. via kottke.org

Serious Eats tested nine kitchen torches to see which is best for searing steak, caramelizing creme brulee and more. via Serious Eats

ReadWrite explores omnichannel customer experiences and how these strategies can improve customer loyalty through personalization across online and offline channels.

Jason Kottke shares the winners of the 2018 Information Is Beautiful Awards, highlighting data visualizations from 1790-2016. via kottke.org

The Song Exploder podcast is changing hosts for its 150th episode: Thao Nguyen of Thao & the Get Down Stay Down will take over hosting duties from Hrishikesh Hirway.