Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Information You Provide Directly

Including when you:

• Submit an application;
• Contact us through forms or email;
• Subscribe to updates or newsletters;
• Request information or partnership discussions.

This may include:

• Name;
• Company name;
• Job title;
• Email address;
• Phone number;
• LinkedIn profile;
• Business information;
• Funding and financial information;
• Pitch decks and uploaded materials;
• Technical and operational details about your company.

Automatically Collected Information

When you use the website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address;
• Browser type and device information;
• Website usage and analytics data;
• Referring URLs and pages visited;
• Cookies and tracking information.

2. How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Review and evaluate applications;
• Communicate with founders, partners, and applicants;
• Assess potential engagement or investment opportunities;
• Improve website functionality and user experience;
• Send newsletters or updates where consent is provided;
• Maintain security and prevent fraud;
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we may process personal information based on:

• Your consent;
• Legitimate business interests;
• Contractual necessity;
• Legal or regulatory obligations.

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information:

• With authorized MVS and METI personnel;
• With trusted service providers supporting operations, hosting, analytics, CRM, or communications;
• With advisors, legal counsel, or auditors;
• When required by law or regulatory process;
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or financing transaction.

Application materials are reviewed only by relevant MVS team members and partners involved in the evaluation process.

5. Confidentiality of Applications

We treat application submissions with discretion and limit internal access to relevant personnel.

However:

• Initial application submissions should not include highly confidential or proprietary information;
• No confidentiality obligation exists unless covered by a separate written agreement or NDA.

6. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze website traffic;
• Improve website performance;
• Remember preferences;
• Understand visitor engagement.

You may control cookies through your browser settings, though some website functionality may be affected.

7. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for:

• The purposes outlined in this Policy;
• Legal, regulatory, tax, and operational requirements;
• Ongoing business and relationship management.

We may retain limited records for compliance, dispute resolution, and security purposes.

8. Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

9. International Data Transfers

Because MVS operates globally through multiple delivery hubs and partners, information may be processed or accessed in jurisdictions outside your home country, including Canada, Egypt, KSA, Brazil, Taiwan, Central Europe, and the United States.

By using the website or submitting information, you acknowledge that cross-border transfers may occur.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal information;
• Correct inaccurate information;
• Request deletion of information;
• Withdraw consent;
• Object to certain processing activities;
• Request portability of your data.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

11. Marketing Communications

If you opt in to receive updates, newsletters, or founder briefings, we may send occasional communications related to:

• Portfolio news;
• Founder insights;
• Events and conferences;
• Investment and partnership opportunities.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.

12. Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after updates become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.