The foreign exchange (forex) market has gained immense popularity over the years as a potentially lucrative investment avenue. With advancements in technology and access to information, retail investors are increasingly seeking ways to enter the world of forex trading. One common question is whether trading forex without a broker is possible. In this article, we'll
KALAMAZOO - On Sept. 20 from 2 to 4 pm, the Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine Innovation Center is hosting its 20th anniversary with a reception and open house. Special guest will be Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II. Sandra Cochrane, the Assistant Dean who runs the WMed Innovation Center provides the back story and
BLOOMFIELD HILLS - While national venture capital investing decreased in 2022, Michigan continued to show strength with $1.2 billion invested into Michigan-based companies--an increase of 12 percent over 2021. Within the Great Lakes region, Michigan has been accelerating in venture capital activity with a growth rate of 13.7 percent since 2006, slightly higher than the
BIRMINGHAM - The Birmingham Angels are calling all women technology-based entrepreneurs, angel investors, and aspiring tech trailblazers. Join the Birmingham Angels on Sept. 12 for a dynamic session where we discuss how to make Michigan the #1 State for Women Tech Entrepreneurs. How did they do it? What can be done? What will it take?
DETROIT - WaitTime announced a strategic partnership with TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, to redefine crowd management through the integration of cutting-edge AI technology and seamless distribution channels. WaitTime’s innovative AI crowd management platform has gained recognition worldwide for enhancing customer experiences and optimizing operational efficiency in
DETROIT – The Detroit Auto Show today announced the roster of speakers for the inaugural Mobility Global Forum held during Media and Technology Days, Sept. 13 -14. The Forum will feature perspectives from 30+ thought leaders in mobility, design and technology, including New York Times best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell. Held in Detroit at Huntington Place, the Detroit Auto
GRAND RAPIDS – Michigan Capital Network (MCN), the state’s largest association of regional angel investing groups and the management entity for four venture capital funds, announced today it has named Sapna Patel as a principal with the investment organization. She becomes the third principal added to the firm since the start of 2023. Patel brings
DETROIT – The Comerica Michigan Economic Activity Index jumped 7.9 percent annualized in the three months through May. The Index was still down 0.3 percent from a year earlier after declining in the second half of 2022. Six of the index’s nine components increased in April, while three fell. Overall, the Great Lake State’s labor
ANN ARBOR - Ann Arbor SPARK has announced its events calendar for A2Tech360, featuring the spirit of innovation through experiences, conversations, and connections that strengthen and expand the region’s vibrant technology ecosystem. The events from from Sept. 14 to 22. Each event is tailored to a variety of interests and audiences, including entrepreneurs, researchers, investors,
DEARBORN - Ford has announced plans to build a $900 million (1.2 billion Canadian dollars) cathode manufacturing plant in Canada together with South Korean partners EcoProBM and SK On. Located in Bécancour, midway between Montreal and Québec City in the province of Québec, the facility will provide materials to supply batteries for Ford's future electric
