Long-term investment funds that provide “patient capital” have overtaken traditional venture capital as a source of investment for the UK’s emerging tech start-ups, according to new data. For decades, fledgling technology companies have sought funding from VC groups. These entities tend to operate as limited partnerships, with venture capitalists investing money on behalf of others who then expect returns after a fixed period, such as 10 years.
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