DAO
Crypto Web3A DAO (decentralized autonomous organization) is a group whose members vote on decisions using blockchain-recorded tokens, instead of a traditional board.
Startup & Tech Glossary
Plain-English definitions of startup, funding, AI, and tech terms — with Philippine examples where possible.
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DeFi
Crypto Web3DeFi (decentralized finance) means financial services — lending, trading, earning interest — run automatically by blockchain code instead of a bank.
DICT (Department of Information and Communications Technology)
Philippine EcosystemDICT is the Philippine government department that sets national ICT policy and supports the country's tech and startup industry.
Dilution
Funding InvestmentDilution is the drop in a founder's or existing shareholder's ownership percentage that happens when a startup issues new shares.
DOST (Department of Science and Technology)
Philippine EcosystemDOST is the Philippine government department that funds and supports science, technology, and research-based startups.
DTI (Department of Trade and Industry)
Philippine EcosystemDTI is the Philippine government department overseeing trade, industry, and small business growth, including startup support programs.
Due Diligence
Funding InvestmentDue diligence is the detailed check an investor does on a startup's finances, legal status, and team before finalizing an investment.