Election of the Board of Directors of the Research and Technology Funds Commission Held

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The Iranian Venture Capital Association held elections for the new Board of Directors of the Research and Technology Funds Commission, with active participation from member Funds. The elected Board was tasked with addressing key regulatory, financial, and governance priorities, as well as expanding training and capacity-building initiatives. The meeting reaffirmed the Commission’s role as a specialized body contributing to the development and professionalization of the Funds ecosystem ... ادامه مطلب

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. ... ادامه مطلب

Specialized Credit Assessment Workshop Held

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The Iranian Venture Capital Association organized a specialized credit assessment workshop on October 8–9, 2025, in collaboration with leading industry partners. Over 50 financial and credit experts attended, learning practical and theoretical approaches to financial analysis, project evaluation, credit risk management, and credit modeling within the knowledge-based ecosystem. The workshop also fostered professional dialogue, experience exchange, and networking, contributing to the development of expertise and professional standards in Iran’s innovation ecosystem. ... ادامه مطلب

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. ... ادامه مطلب

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. ... ادامه مطلب

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. ... ادامه مطلب