Report on the Joint Meeting of the Research and Technology Funds Commission with the Secretary of the Research and Technology Funds Working Group

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The Commission reviewed the professional qualification bylaw for fund managers, discussed essential training needs, and examined plans for authoring a specialized accounting reference book. The meeting emphasized the Commission’s technical role within the Iranian Venture Capital Association and reinforced the importance of coordinated policymaking, standardized training, knowledge infrastructure development, and continuous collaboration across the innovation-financing ecosystem. ... Read more

Election of the Executive Board of the Crowdfunding Platforms Commission Held

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The Crowdfunding Platforms Commission held its election meeting at the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, selecting its new Executive Board for a two-year term. The session reviewed achievements of the previous term and outlined priorities such as developing secondary markets, strengthening guarantee mechanisms, establishing fund rating systems, and enhancing collaboration with key policymaking bodies. The Commission’s role as a specialized arm of the Iranian Venture Capital Association was reinforced. ... Read more

Dr. Khiatian: The Technology and Innovation Financing Award as a Platform for Synergy among the Country’s Financial Institutions

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Dr. Mohammad Sadegh Khiatian, Head of Iran’s Innovation and Prosperity Fund, discussed the evolution of the country’s innovation financing system and highlighted the significant role of over 90 research and technology funds. He emphasized the importance of the Iran National Technology and Innovation Financing Award (INTIFA) as a platform fostering collaboration among financial institutions, promoting venture investment culture, and introducing modern financing tools for startups. ... Read more

The 108th Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Iranian Venture Capital Association Held

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The Iranian Venture Capital Association held its 108th Board of Directors meeting to discuss legal and structural challenges in innovation financing. The session featured progress reports, a presentation on the upcoming National Innovation Financing Award, and a dialogue with MP Dr. Mohammad Rostami to address legislative reforms. Emphasis was placed on sustaining structured dialogue and evidence-based policymaking. ... Read more

A New Pathway for Innovation Financing with Active Participation of Banks

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The Venture Capital Commission convened a strategic meeting hosted by Pasargad VC, where key industry leaders and bank representatives explored the legal and structural challenges of venture investment, highlighted the growing role of financial institutions, and examined new opportunities in innovation financing—particularly through joint private-public models and in sectors such as agriculture. ... Read more

Specialized Meeting on the Development of Co-Investment Instruments Held with Active Participation of the National Venture Capital Association

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A specialized meeting on developing co-investment instruments was held with key stakeholders from Iran's innovation and financing ecosystem. The National Venture Capital Association of Iran played a central role, contributing expert insights and helping shape operational models aimed at enhancing the efficiency and impact of co-investment programs. ... Read more

Meeting Between Members of the Commission for Venture Capital Development and the Vice President of Investment at the Innovation and Prosperity Fund Held

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The National Venture Capital Association of Iran held a meeting with the Vice President of Investment at the Innovation and Prosperity Fund to explore new collaboration models and address key challenges in innovative financing. The session resulted in a shared understanding, commitment to continued expert dialogue, and plans for joint development of operational frameworks. ... Read more