A conceptual world map reimagines country sizes based on their share of IPv4 addresses rather than physical land area. Using data from the IP Trust geolocation database (October 2026), the visualization scales each nation's territory proportionally to its allocated IPv4 addresses relative to the global total. Only countries with at least 100,000 addresses and 20,000 km² of land are included, with Antarctica and approximately 70 small territories excluded due to map resolution limits.
The underlying geography uses the 1:110m Natural Earth outline, ensuring visual accuracy independent of official land statistics. This striking comparison highlights the digital footprint of nations in an era where virtual infrastructure increasingly defines global presence.
Source: Hacker News · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing