The difference here is that the founders are somehow diversifying without actually parting with any of their investment. This is simply a massive bonus to the

The difference here is that the founders are somehow diversifying without actually parting with any of their investment. This is simply a massive bonus to the founders treated as a dividend (probably for tax-avoidance purposes.) The fact that it's not available to most employees, even those with stock options, if problematic, if you ask me.