Covid-19 cases and deaths: population tracker

Follow the spread of confirmed cases across regions and track the 15 worst-affected countries over time.

If you are having trouble reading this email, read the online version. Covid-19 Newsletter Covid-19 cases and deaths: population tracker Scientists are tinkering with models on the expected number of deaths based on incomplete data as not all countries apply the same covid-19 testing rules and not all deaths are accurately recorded. However, we have tried to work with the data at hand and have created a tracker that maps the number of confirmed cases of covid-19 against deaths per 100,000 population over time. EXPLORE NOW → Will the covid-19 pandemic accelerate automation? The economic crisis induced by covid-19 will hasten automation, says Mark Muro from Brookings Institution. That will be disruptive, unequal and challenging for workers. LEARN MORE » How covid-19 could bring about new social contracts around data Smart use of data can undoubtedly be in the public interest, but it's clearer than ever that strong rules are needed to prevent the abuse of power. The covid-19 crisis could lead to a new social contract around data, says professor Geoff Mulgan of University College London. READ MORE » Why coronavirus will accelerate the fourth Industrial Revolution The profound pressures that individuals, organisations and societies face in the coronavirus crisis are accelerating the fourth Industrial Revolution. Sanjeev Khagram, Thunderbird School of Global Management dean, sees vast opportunity: but will we seize it? KNOW MORE » The inroads of organised crime in the era of covid-19 Over the past few weeks, experts have been examining the ways in which organised crime is exploiting the covid-19 pandemic. Learn more from our contributor, expert in transnational criminal law and policy, Stefano Betti. DISCOVER MORE » SECTIONS Tech & Innovation | Finance | Healthcare | Strategy | Sustainability THE ECONOMIST GROUP We operate a strict privacy policy around the world. Privacy | About Us | Unsubscribe from the EIU Perspectives Newsletter If you do not wish to receive any further emails from us please click here. NAVIGATE Analysis & Opinion | Events CONTACT US Email | +44 (0)207 576 8118 The Economist Group, 20 Cabot Square, London, E14 4QW, United Kingdom