Startup & Tech Glossary

Plain-English definitions of startup, funding, AI, and tech terms — with Philippine examples where possible.

Dilution

Funding Investment

Dilution is the drop in a founder's or existing shareholder's ownership percentage that happens when a startup issues new shares.

Due Diligence

Funding Investment

Due diligence is the detailed check an investor does on a startup's finances, legal status, and team before finalizing an investment.