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ID Ventures Partners with Google Developers Launchpad to Accelerate Michigan’s Tech Startups

ID Ventures, the venture team of Invest Detroit, announced today that it has been selected by Google Developers Launchpad to be its first continental U.S. partner in providing scaling resources to local and statewide startups.
Operating a global acceleration network across Latin America, Africa, Europe, Asia and Puerto Rico, Google Developers Launchpad will work in conjunction with ID Ventures, Michigan’s most active seed-stage investment team, to leverage talent, programming and services for economic growth.
The ID Ventures Powered by Google Developers Launchpad initiative will provide an opportunity for Michigan startups to access Google’s global network, insights from the company’s Silicon Valley-based startup programs, and 20 years’ worth of Google research and best practice insights on building businesses, products and teams at massive scale. ID Ventures was chosen because of Michigan’s robust startup ecosystem in which the team is firmly rooted, providing capital, programs, mentorship opportunities and support to early-stage startups in Detroit and across the state.
“This is truly a win for our local startup community,” said Patti Glaza, managing director of ID Ventures and executive vice president of Invest Detroit. “The partnership will give access to industry experts, startup training and needed services that will help our companies scale and successfully exit, moving us even closer to our vision of making Michigan a startup and technology hub for the Midwest.”
Markets outside of Silicon Valley are increasingly impacting the global startup and technology ecosystem. Though it is easier than ever to start a company, access to success methodologies, expert mentors, and ecosystem best practices for building companies remain unevenly distributed. As Google is a thought leader in building and scaling products and businesses using the most advanced technologies, this partnership and its resources will help ID Ventures’ portfolio companies, which includes some of the fastest-growing companies in Michigan, and other startups in the community scale exponentially.
Google Developers Launchpad focuses on developing companies and their ecosystems over the long term.
“Google is thrilled to expand our partnership with ID Ventures and its exceptional startup portfolio” said Kevin O’Toole, Google’s Head of International Growth for Launchpad. “The Powered by Google Developers Launchpad program is about empowering startup communities around the world and helping them leverage each other for insights and resource sharing. We are thrilled to expand this program into Detroit and the state of Michigan.”
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AB Charity Foundation Launches to Pioneer a New Global Model for Public Good Driven by Institutional Trust and Technology

SINGAPORE, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AB Charity Foundation has officially launched its global operations and unveiled its newly upgraded website at www.ab.org, marking the beginning of a public-interest initiative built on institutional credibility and advanced blockchain technology. Headquartered in Ireland with recognized legal status under EU law, the Foundation is positioned as a global nonprofit entity committed to reshaping the future of public trust and sustainable development by bridging governments, civil society, and the tech community.
The Foundation’s governance is led by a distinguished board of directors composed of former heads of state from Europe. The board is chaired by Bertie Ahern, former three-term Prime Minister of Ireland and a key architect of the Good Friday Agreement. Board members include Lawrence Gonzi (former Prime Minister of Malta), Péter Medgyessy (former Prime Minister of Hungary), Danilo Türk (former President of Slovenia), and Petar Stoyanov (former President of Bulgaria).
The Foundation is actively expanding its global advisory board, bringing together respected figures from all five continents—including former presidents, scientists, diplomats, and cultural leaders—to guide strategic planning and foster international collaboration in delivering impactful social initiatives.
At the heart of the Foundation’s mission lies a commitment to public good: advancing global efforts in education, healthcare, environmental protection, and humanitarian aid. The Foundation aims to build a “verifiable model of cooperative goodwill,” powered by transparent governance and next-generation technology. As its founders emphasize, “It is not a specific technology that changes the world—but the shared consensus around trustworthy institutions and global cooperation.”
AB Charity Foundation is technically supported by AB DAO, which provides the blockchain infrastructure underpinning the Foundation’s operations. Through smart contract automation, 15% to 30% of the gas fees from every transaction on the AB public chain are directed into a dedicated charity pool. This mechanism enables a new operational model for charitable funding—combining on-chain fundraising, automated distribution, full-chain auditability, and third-party compliance assurance.
In addition, 15% to 30% of the returns generated from investments by the AB Ecosystem Fund will also be directed into the Foundation’s pool. The fund has already supported dozens of projects, with more initiatives in the pipeline—strengthening the financial sustainability of the Foundation’s mission.
By leveraging blockchain’s inherent transparency, the Foundation aspires to become a scalable model for next-generation philanthropic infrastructure—ensuring every donation is traceable, every distribution verifiable, and every intention honored.
To follow AB Charity Foundation and support its mission
- Official Website: www.ab.org
- Global Community Portal: www.ab.org/community
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Ukrainian employers federation calls for deepening economic integration between the European Union and Ukraine

KIEV, Ukraine, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Federation of Employers of Ukraine has called on the leaders of Europe to accelerate Ukraine’s integration with the EU in response to rising geopolitical tension. The organisation warns that campaigning from lobbyist and other interest groups have distorted the debate by framing Ukraine’s agricultural sector as an existential threat to Europe’s farmers.
Speaking following the tenth meeting of the EU-Ukraine Association Council in Brussels Mykhailo Bno-Airiian, special trade representative of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine, appealed to Europe’s leaders to call out the false and misleading picture painted by lobbyists.
“We need a reset to change the established narrative that has framed the wider debate around bilateral economic relations between the EU and Ukraine to the topic of competition in agriculture. Such reductionism not only distorts the real picture but stands in the way of a deepening economic partnership that both sides will greatly benefit from.
“Closer economic, security and cultural links with Ukraine is clearly the best option for Europe’s decisionmakers in response to growing geopolitical tension between east and west. Deepening economic integration with Ukraine will not only support the rules-based order but also presents huge opportunities for the EU to improve its international competitiveness in an increasingly challenging market. In a world highly saturated with geopolitical tensions we must not forget our mutual goals. Right now, it’s especially important for the EU to set its priorities straight and remember to remain united for our shared strategic economic & political interests.
“The war has woven Ukraine even more deeply into the contours of the European common economic space and the EU has an institutional and moral interest in maintaining open and predictable access for Ukrainian products, which is the basis for further economic integration and jointly strengthening the single market. We cannot allow lobbying from interest groups, many of whom are sympathetic to President Putin, to continue to delay Ukraine’s integration with the EU.”
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Low Code Application Development (LCAD) Platforms for Business Developers Market Disruptions: Riding a High-Growth Wave Through 2030 at CAGR 17.01%.

Compound Growth at 17.01% Signals a New Phase of Low Code Application Development (LCAD) Platforms for Business Developers Market Expansion
MIDDLETON, Mass., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QKS Group, a premier market intelligence and advisory firm, has released its latest in-depth analysis of the global LCAD Platforms for Business Developers Market, signalling a strong growth phase ahead. The new reports – ‘Market Share: Low Code Application Development Platforms for Business Developers, 2024, Worldwide & Regional Report’ and ‘Market Forecast: Low Code Application Development Platforms for Business Developers, 2025-2030, Worldwide & Regional Report‘ – the market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 17.01% through 2030. This analysis equips businesses with the strategic intelligence needed to navigate the dynamic LCAD Platforms for Business Developers landscape and make informed decisions as the market continues to evolve.
The Next Growth Frontier in LCAD Platforms for Business Developers
In an era where digital agility is essential for enterprise growth, low-code application development platforms have become a transformative force for organizations aiming to accelerate software delivery, modernize legacy systems, and respond quickly to changing market demands. Across industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, telecom, and manufacturing, businesses are increasingly adopting low-code solutions to empower citizen developers, reduce dependency on traditional IT, enhance productivity, and shorten development cycles, while fostering innovation and reducing time to market.
According to Abhishek Anant Garg, Analyst at QKS Group, “LCAD Platforms are no longer just about rapid app development, they’re central to building enterprise agility, resilience, and digital readiness. With the integration of AI, cloud-native architectures, and advanced automation, leading low-code vendors are reshaping how organizations innovate and scale.”
Key Market Insights from QKS Group’s Report
- Global and Regional Market Analysis: A deep dive into worldwide and regional LCAD platform adoption trends, competitive landscapes, and future growth projections.
- Competitive Benchmarking: A comparative analysis of top LCAD vendors, their market positioning, and strategic differentiators.
- Industry Adoption Trends: Insights into which sectors are investing most heavily in LCAD solutions and why.
- Technology Disruption & AI’s Role: How AI, low-code, and cloud-native technologies are revolutionizing application development to accelerate digital transformation, empower non-technical users, and drive business agility.
Market Leaders & Competitive Landscape
The report covers key industry players, including AgilePoint, Airtable, Appian, AuraQuantic, Betty Blocks, Caspio, Claris, Creatio, Google, HCLSoftware, Infor, Jitterbit, Kintone, Kissflow, Mendix, Microsoft Corporation, Oracle, Quickbase, Quixy, Retool, Salesforce, WaveMaker, and Zoho.
Why This Matters for Low Code Application Development Platform for Business Developers Vendors?
For CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs of low-code platform providers, these insights are crucial for identifying untapped market opportunities, refining growth strategies, and staying a step ahead of rising competitors. As digital transformation continues to dominate corporate agendas, vendors must ensure their platforms deliver enterprise-grade scalability, seamless integration, strong governance, and AI-powered capabilities that drive measurable business value.
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- Most Comprehensive Market Forecast Analysis: A separate market forecast report for each of the regions, including North America, Asia Pacific, European Union, MEA, Latin America
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