Proof of Usefulness Report

Audible

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+417
Proof of Usefulness Score
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The project 'Audible' is a verifiably massive, market-leading platform with exceptional real-world utility and reach. However, the submission quality is extremely poor, featuring vague claims ('Computer Software'), lazy evidence ('most people have used my product'), and outdated financial data (referencing the 2008 acquisition price). While the entity's verifiable status secures a high baseline score (fitting the 'Much larger scale' calibration >400), the lack of detail in the submission heavily penalizes the Innovation and Response Quality metrics, keeping the score at the lower end of the enterprise bracket.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility1.0)
Audience Reach Impact0.8)
Technical Innovation0.6)
Evidence Of Traction1.0)
Market Timing Relevance0.4)
Functional Completeness0.2)
Subtotal+425
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+417

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Stories are transformative. They have the power to create new possibilities—for our lives, and for those around us. That’s why we work with some of the world’s greatest creators, producing Originals, audiobooks and podcasts that ignite imaginations and bring new ideas and voices to our millions of listeners around the globe each day. With this customer-centric approach to innovation, Audible has reinvented a media category and is the driving force behind the audio entertainment revolution.

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