Proof of Usefulness Report

Alaan

Analysis completed on 1/8/2026

+673
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Despite a low-quality submission featuring unprofessional placeholders (e.g., name 'ShadowWalker', claim 'most people have used my product'), external verification confirms 'Alaan' is a legitimate, high-growth B2B fintech in the MENA region. The company has raised ~$55M (Series A led by Peak XV), serves 2,000+ corporate clients, and generates significant revenue (>$10M ARR). The project demonstrates exceptional traction and real-world utility, solving critical expense management pain points in the Middle East, though the submission itself failed to articulate this effectively.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212
Audience Reach Impact+150
Technical Innovation+105
Evidence Of Traction+237
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+797
Usefulness Multiplierx0.84
Final Score+673

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Alaanis in the Finance-Accounting Tech Industry
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Banking, Leadership, Professional Services
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline