... initiatives have emerged – both public and private – aimed at the growth of technology companies. Government programs and funds: Russian Venture Company (RVC). Created with the participation of the government, RVC acts as a fund of funds: it invests in venture ... ... increasingly interacting with startups. Many launch their own acceleration programs: for example, banks, telecom operators, oil and gas and IT companies hold competitions and intensive courses for startups, following which they can invest in the best ...