What is another word for venture capital?
Pronunciation: [vˈɛnt͡ʃə kˈapɪtə͡l] (IPA) 
Venture capital is financial capital provided to startup companies that have high growth potential. The term venture capital is sometimes used interchangeably with other related terms, including private equity, seed funding, angel investing, and risk capital. Private equity refers to investors who typically target more established companies, while seed funding typically refers to the initial capital for a startup, often from friends and family. Angel investing is typically done by high net worth individuals who invest in startups, often providing mentorship as well as money. Finally, risk capital refers to any investment with a high degree of uncertainty, such as new technologies, startups, or untested markets.
