"Journalists are experts at delving into complex issues and writing stories that make them accessible—essential skills for dealing with the data deluge of the digital age.

Google is supporting innovation in journalism by offering a series of prizes throughout Europe to journalists with the best ideas on how to use the plethora of data and digital resources available to them to turn their story-telling into more than just text. It’s a cool concept that shows us how innovation can exist in any field — it’s just as important for journalists as it is for tech businesses.