Progressio and Falak Startups have launched Egypt’s first Intellectual Property (IP) Venture Fund, a $10 million investment vehicle designed to commercialize research-based innovations and patented technologies from across Egypt’s academic and scientific institutions.
By the Numbers
The new fund introduces a unique investment model to the Egyptian ecosystem:
- $10 Million: The total size of the new IP Venture Fund.
- IP-First Focus: The fund will specifically back research-based innovations and patent-driven ventures.
- Royalty-Based Model: The fund will use a royalty-based return model to minimize risk and enable faster revenue generation.
A New Model for Commercializing Research
Unlike traditional venture capital models that prioritize startups with existing traction, this new fund focuses on IP-first ventures. By bridging the gap between research and market-ready solutions, it aims to convert underutilized patents and scientific breakthroughs into commercially viable products and services. The fund will provide early R&D financing, professional support, and access to advanced distribution networks.
Unlocking Untapped Potential in Egypt’s Innovation Ecosystem
The fund will support a wide range of stakeholders, including researchers, inventors, universities, SMEs, and entrepreneurs who are interested in co-founding deep-tech spinouts or scaling IP-driven ventures. With Progressio’s expertise in R&D commercialization and Falak’s investment infrastructure, the initiative seeks to establish a new asset class in Egypt’s venture ecosystem while unlocking the untapped potential of innovation across the country.
Source: CairoScene
