acquihire

Example:They prefer acquisitions over sales, even though acquisitions may involve acquiring a team, not just a product.

Definition:The act of selling something, usually for money, but can also refer to the act of releasing something for public use or benefit.

Example:The company made an investment in the start-up’s technology rather than doing an acquihire.

Definition:The action of putting money into something with the expectation of obtaining some profit or benefit in return.