MahiFX, the New Zealand based forex broker that started operating recently, is launching a new feature on its website: a forex blog. They also issue a call for guest posts.
A blog where various participants can post and comment is certainly a blessed development. Forex Crunch also encourages comments and accepts guest posts.
The initial content includes a post about two of the interesting and somewhat controversial issues: scalping, and the difference between market maker brokers and ECN,
For more details about the blog, here are the full details from the official press release:
MahiFX Issues Call for Guest Entries for New Forex Community Blog
From arbitrage to indicators, latency to z-scores, MahiFX blog to encourage discussion of trading strategies, industry news, analysis, trends and myths
LONDON, 30 April, 2012 – MahiFX, the new proprietary-built retail Forex (FX) trading platform, is calling for guest blog entries for its new blog set to launch in May. The MahiFX blog will provide the Forex community with industry insight through the sharing of news, opinion pieces, market analysis and discussion of trading strategies.
MahiFX, developed by ex-interbank traders, analysts and developers, is headed by David Cooney, former global co-head of currency options and e-FX trading at Barclays Capital and Susan Cooney, former head of electronic FX institutional sales in Europe for Barclays Capital. Operating as a market maker, MahiFX is able to provide institutional level pricing to retail FX traders.
The blog will encourage open discussion and debate on a wide range of forex industry topics. “Our aim is to start a forex community where people can stay on top of news and market trends, share content, consider differing opinions and exchange ideas on trading strategies. It’s a collaboration really.†said David Cooney, MahiFX CEO.
Launch content will include posts on two contentious industry topics: scalping and the role of the Market Maker in comparison to Broker and Electronic Communication Network (ECN) models. Pipeline subjects will include High Frequency Trading (HFT), changes in the regulatory landscape and the impact of social trading.
MahiFX is calling for guest entries on all topical and thought-provoking Forex-related topics. With imminent plans to introduce numerous new charting components including enhanced indicators, drawing lines and the ability to trade directly on the charts, entries relating to indicators and their impact on trading strategies are particularly welcome.
To contribute a post or submit an idea for consideration, please email [email protected]
Cooney views the blog as an invaluable opportunity to strengthen the company’s relationships with its clients. “We will be better able to hear our clients’ opinions and to receive feedback on our platform. It also represents our ongoing commitment to incorporating the new technologies and features our clients request and to more fully engage with the wider Forex community.â€
