The 110th Meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Venture Capital Was Held with the Presence of Commission Chairs

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The National Association of Venture Capital held its 110th board meeting with the participation of commission chairs, honoring Dr. Mohammad Sadegh Khayatian and Dr. Mehdi Elyasi for their pivotal roles in advancing Iran’s innovation ecosystem. Members emphasized their contributions in shaping enabling policies, strengthening venture capital governance, and fostering collaboration between the private and public sectors. ... Read more

National Event “Advanced Iran: Reviving Technological Capacities”

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The national event “Advanced Iran: Reviving Technological Capacities” gathered key innovation ecosystem stakeholders to discuss strategies for revitalizing knowledge-based companies. With participation from 150 enterprises and 50 investors, the event marked the launch of a new revitalization center and facilitated agreements worth 10 trillion IRR to strengthen Iran’s innovation-driven economy. ... Read more

Extraordinary and Annual General Assemblies of the Iranian Venture Capital Association (IRVC)

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The Iranian Venture Capital Funds and Institutions Employers’ Association announced the convening of its Extraordinary and Annual General Assembly on October 19, 2025, at Parsian Esteghlal International Hotel in Tehran. The agenda included amendments to the Articles of Association, extending the Board of Directors’ term, approval of financial statements, and elections for the seventh term. Members were requested to provide official authorization documents by October 14, 2025. ... Read more

Venture Capital Companies Commission Meeting

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On Monday, September 8, 2025, Iranian Venture Capital Association hosted a meeting of CEOs from Iranian VC and CVC firms at Kooshk-e Bagh-e Honar in Abbasabad. The meeting focused on knowledge sharing, standardizing processes, post-investment management, and addressing key ecosystem challenges, while also discussing joint investment committees and seed funding initiatives. ... Read more

Meeting Report of the Commission on Research and Technology Funds with the Participation of the Deputy for Policy and Development of the Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology and the Secretary of the Steering Council for Knowledge-Based Technologies and Products

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The Commission on Research and Technology Funds held a meeting on August 30, 2025, with Dr. Esfandiar Ekhtiari, Deputy for Policy and Development of the Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology. The session focused on challenges facing Research and Technology Funds, including regulatory, financial, and operational barriers. Dr. Ekhtiari emphasized the importance of these funds in supporting the innovation ecosystem, called for stronger compliance with regulations, and supported broader engagement with the Knowledge-Based Production Leap Law. The meeting reinforced the Association’s role as a bridge between innovation stakeholders and policy-makers, aiming to ensure structured collaboration and practical solutions for strengthening research and technology financing. ... Read more

Specialized Social Security Training Workshop Report

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The Iran Venture Capital Association held a specialized Social Security training workshop for over 30 participants, providing practical guidance on employers’ legal obligations, risk management strategies, and analysis of key regulations. Certificates of attendance were issued to all participants. ... Read more

Participation of the Iran Venture Capital Association in the “Introduction to Crowdfunding Tools” Event in Alborz Province

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The Iran Venture Capital Association participated in the "Introduction to Crowdfunding Tools" event in Alborz, presenting venture capital and financing instruments to knowledge-based and technology companies. The event facilitated networking, practical guidance, and direct interaction with private and public investors, enabling companies to identify investment pathways and foster future collaborations. ... Read more

Sepehr Knowledge-Based Production Campaign Launched with $430 Million Investment; A Major Step Toward the Year’s National Slogan

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The Sepehr Knowledge-Based Production Campaign, launched by Soroush Sepehr New Technologies (the VC arm of Sepehr Saderat Investment Group), announced a $430 million investment to promote innovation-driven production in line with Iran’s 2025 national slogan. The initiative seeks to identify problem-oriented investment opportunities, form strategic partnerships, and support knowledge-based companies to address technological challenges. Early achievements include over 110 submitted proposals and multiple cooperation agreements with science and technology parks. ... Read more