Investing in startups while working in IBD

Hi, so the title pretty much sums it up. Does anyone invest in small private startups as a side income stream?

To put into perspective, I have received an IBD offer at a BB but before this I worked in VC and intend to continue advising and investing in tech startups. Are there any restrictions around this in IBD?

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