Proof of Usefulness Report

Build Up Labs

Analysis completed on 1/16/2026

+352
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Build Up Labs is a legitimate and successful startup studio in Lisbon, Portugal, with verified exits (e.g., 'Tap My Back' to a strategic buyer, 'F*ck Marry Kill' game). The studio has demonstrated the ability to build products with significant reach (10M+ downloads for FMK). However, the project submission itself is of extremely poor quality, containing hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone') and lacking specific data. The score reflects the verifiable success of the entity (comparable to the calibration benchmark) while penalizing the lack of professional detail in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+2
Audience Reach Impact+2
Technical Innovation+1
Evidence Of Traction+2
Market Timing Relevance+1
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+414
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+352

Project Details

Project URL
Description
We are a startup studio with a mission to create amazing products that deliver great experiences and real value to users at scale, where change is a constant and everything is waiting to be disrupted.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Media Production, Entrepreneurship
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