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Nvidia hit $5 trillion in market value today.

Nvidia hit $5 trillion in market value today.

It's the first company in history to do that. In fact, it added about $300 billion in a day. What happened? Let dig a little. Nvidia announced a $1 billion investment in Nokia to help build AI powered telecommunications infrastructure. The partnership aims to digitalise the global network backbone, embedding AI into 5G and 6G systems that connect the world.

Nov 5, 20256 min
The Chart That Makes People Stop Scrolling

The Chart That Makes People Stop Scrolling

You know those viral videos where lines race across the screen, competing for the top spot while the numbers tick up dramatically? The ones that get millions of views on LinkedIn. The ones people actually watch until the end. The ones that turn boring growth metrics into edge-of-your-seat drama. Yeah, those. You can make them now.

Nov 3, 20256 min
Master PlotSet in 5 Minutes

Master PlotSet in 5 Minutes

Most charts are ugly. You know it. I know it. That boring blue bar chart in every presentation? The pie chart that makes people’s eyes glaze over? The line graph that looks like it was made in 1995 with that paperclip helper from Microsoft Excel? Data visualization should make people stop and stare. It should make them lean in, ask questions, share it with others. Instead, we’re stuck in a world of corporate templates that suck the life out of every number. That’s why we built PlotSet.

Oct 29, 20255 min
ChatGPT Has 700 Million Users. Most Use It to Polish Emails

ChatGPT Has 700 Million Users. Most Use It to Polish Emails

Remember when we thought AI would revolutionize everything? Well, the revolution is here, and it looks suspiciously like spell check with a college degree. A groundbreaking NBER study analyzing 1.5 million ChatGPT conversations just revealed how 700 million weekly users actually spend their time with the world’s most advanced AI.

Oct 1, 20256 min
Animated charts made me famous. Now they’re yours

Animated charts made me famous. Now they’re yours

The chart that took me from unknown to viral is now available to everyone. No code required.

Sep 30, 20254 min
France Shows the Limits of Eternal Borrowing

France Shows the Limits of Eternal Borrowing

France’s debt burden has reached breaking point. Debt now stands at 116 per cent of GDP, while Germany sits at just under 64 per cent. The gap between Europe’s two largest economies has never been wider, and the bond market is beginning to make France pay for it.

Sep 30, 20252 min
Why bar charts still rule

Why bar charts still rule

In my first newsletter, I'm defending the humble bar chart whilst admitting why I can't beat it. From William Playfair's revolutionary rectangles in 1786 to the racing bar chart wars that got Reddit so wound up they banned them entirely. Why does a 250-year-old static chart still rule our data-obsessed world? And why do we keep trying to fix something that isn't broken? Read why the bar chart is King - even when kings learn to dance.

Sep 30, 20253 Min
10 Prompts for Stunning AI-Generated Charts Using Prompt To Data

10 Prompts for Stunning AI-Generated Charts Using Prompt To Data

Creating insightful data visualizations has never been easier, thanks to AI-powered tools like PlotSet. Whether you're an analyst, marketer, or student, generating charts from simple prompts saves time and eliminates the need for complex software. In this blog, we'll showcase ten creative and impactful prompts you can use to demonstrate the power of PlotSet's AI-driven charting capabilities.

Sep 23, 20255 min
Introducing the "Prompt to Data" Feature

Introducing the "Prompt to Data" Feature

Finding the perfect dataset for a compelling chart or visualization can often feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. You might spend hours combing through databases, verifying sources, and piecing everything together - all before you even begin visualizing. What if this entire process could be simplified to a single prompt? Enter "Prompt to Data," PlotSet's groundbreaking feature designed to revolutionize the way you create visualizations.

Dec 5, 20243 min
The Psychology of Color in Data Visualization

The Psychology of Color in Data Visualization

Colors are more than aesthetic choices; they are strategic tools in data visualization. They guide attention, communicate meaning, and evoke emotions. Misusing colors can confuse viewers or misrepresent your data, while using them effectively can transform your visualizations into compelling stories. Let's dive into the psychology of color and learn how to harness it for your charts.

Dec 5, 20243 min
A Guide to Design Blind-Friendly Colors in Data Visualization

A Guide to Design Blind-Friendly Colors in Data Visualization

Data visualization is one of the most powerful tools for storytelling, but what happens when your carefully crafted charts become inaccessible to a significant portion of your audience? Approximately 1 in 12 men and 1 in 200 women globally have some form of color vision deficiency (CVD). Millions of people might struggle to interpret visuals if they’re not designed with accessibility in mind.

Dec 4, 20243 Min
Easily Edit Your Visuals With PlotSet Figma Plugin

Easily Edit Your Visuals With PlotSet Figma Plugin

Learn how features like SVG export help you create sharp, scalable charts that fit perfectly into your designs. Say goodbye to blurry images and complicated workflows! With PlotSet, you can design professional visuals quickly and easily.

Nov 30, 20244 min