Ars Electronica— From Festival to Ecosystem Ars Electronica is an international platform for art, technology, and society based in Linz, Austria. Beginning with a festival in 1979, it is a creative ecosystem made up of multiple elements that inspire and strengthen one another. Prix Ars Electronica— The Competition for Media Art Launched in 1987, the Prix Ars Electronica is the world’s most prestigious and time-honored award for media art. Presented annually, it comprises several categories that highlight and reflect current developments in art, technology, and socio-political discourse. Winners are selected by an international jury of experts, awarded the coveted Golden Nica and prize money, and prominently featured at the Ars Electronica Festival. In addition to ho...