Private equity firms are investing more in VC-backed tech startups, chasing higher returns and early access to the best private companies. The trend is set to continue and probably will accelerate after Covid-19 pandemic recedes.

Ask someone outside the investment industry for the difference between private equity and venture capital firms and you’ll probably be met with a blank stare. Many might answer that both firms basically do the same thing. Some may associate venture capital firms with backing hipster tech startups. READ MORE