Israel Innovation Authority

The central governmental body responsible for fostering and advancing Israel's innovation ecosystem.

Grant Provider Active Jerusalem, Israel Est. 2016
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

The Israel Innovation Authority (IIA) is an independent statutory authority and the support and investment arm of the Israeli government, charged with planning and executing the country's innovation policy, promoting technological innovation and research and development (R&D) in Israel. Its mission is to power innovation through investment, insight, and impactful programs, supporting high-tech entrepreneurship, deep-tech ventures, and global collaborations. The Authority provides non-dilutive funding, strategic support, and regulatory guidance to startups and established companies, ensuring Israel remains a global leader in technology and innovation. The IIA offers a variety of investment programs, including the Ideation Program (Tnufa), the Startup Fund, and the Technological Venture Incubator Program. It also plays a pivotal role in shaping national innovation policy, supporting R&D, and facilitating co-investment opportunities for international investors.

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What is the most recent investment made by Israel Innovation Authority?
Israel Innovation Authority's most recent investment was in Q-Factor, a quantum computing company, which raised a $24 million Seed round in April 2026.
What is Israel Innovation Authority's investment focus based on recent activity?
Based on recent investments, Israel Innovation Authority shows a strong focus on deep tech and healthcare, with investments in companies like Q-Factor (quantum computing) and TIKI100 (medical devices).
Has Israel Innovation Authority led any investment rounds recently?
Yes, Israel Innovation Authority led a $3.5 million Seed round for Agile MRI in September 2025. They also led a Seed round for Enread in January 2024 and a Seed round for GyneCheck in January 2024.
Can you name a notable portfolio company in the medical device sector for Israel Innovation Authority?
A notable portfolio company in the medical device sector is TIKI100, which secured a $1.15 million Seed round in March 2026 with an investment from Israel Innovation Authority.
What is the largest disclosed investment amount by Israel Innovation Authority in the last 24 months?
The largest disclosed investment amount by Israel Innovation Authority in the last 24 months is $24 million in Q-Factor's Seed round in April 2026.
What kind of companies does Israel Innovation Authority typically invest in?
Israel Innovation Authority primarily invests in early-stage startups, with a focus on Seed and Pre-Seed rounds, across various technology and life science sectors. For example, they invested in Ultracell Technologies (Pre-Seed) and CustoMed (Seed).
Does Israel Innovation Authority have any follow-on investments?
Yes, Israel Innovation Authority made a follow-on investment in HarvestR, a company developing vaccines for crops, in June 2025 during its Pre-Seed round.
What is the mission of Israel Innovation Authority?
The Israel Innovation Authority is the support arm of the Israeli government, tasked with fostering the development of industrial research and development in the State of Israel.
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