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From emerging regulation to deal mechanics, we write about the questions founders and investors actually ask — practical analysis you can put to work.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) is the body of laws, regulations, and procedures designed to prevent criminals from disguising illegally obtained funds as legitimate income.

Trademark

A trademark is a distinctive sign, design, or expression that identifies and differentiates products or services from one entity to another. Trademarks are key in protecting brand identity and are legally enforceable.

Patent

A government-granted exclusive right allowing an inventor to prevent others from making, using, or selling an invention for a set period (typically 20 years) in exchange for public disclosure.

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model in which applications are hosted by a third-party provider and made available to customers over the Internet.

Forking

Forking in blockchain refers to a divergence in the blockchain network, leading to two separate paths, either temporarily or permanently. This can occur as a ‘soft fork’ or ‘hard fork’, significantly impacting network protocol, security, and user consensus.

Go-to-Market Strategy

A go-to-market (GTM) strategy is a comprehensive plan defining how a company will sell its product to customers, including target audience, positioning, pricing, distribution channels, and sales motion.

Growth Hacking

Growth hacking is a marketing technique focused on achieving rapid growth with minimal cost by leveraging creative, innovative, and data-driven strategies. It aims to quickly scale a business, particularly startups, through unconventional methods that yield significant results.

Incubator

A startup incubator is a program that provides early-stage companies with the support, resources, and mentorship needed to develop their business ideas and grow. Incubators typically offer office space, networking opportunities, and access to funding over a longer period compared to accelerators.

Accelerator

A startup accelerator is a program designed to support early-stage companies through mentorship, funding, resources, and networking opportunities. Accelerators typically run for a fixed period and culminate in a demo day where startups present their progress to investors.

Hockey Stick Growth

Hockey stick growth refers to a sharp upward trajectory in a company’s growth rate after a period of linear or stagnant growth. This term is used to describe exponential increases in metrics such as revenue, user base, or market share, resembling the shape of a hockey stick.