Proof of Usefulness Report

CenturyLink

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+629
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The submission represents CenturyLink (Lumen Technologies), a massive telecommunications entity with verified global infrastructure, millions of customers, and significant market dominance. However, the submission quality is exceptionally poor, characterized by a pseudonym ('ShadowWalker'), lazy evidence ('most people have used my product'), and missing financial data. While the project's real-world utility and reach are undeniable (scoring near maximum), the PoU score is penalized heavily by the Response Quality and Evidence of Traction quality factors due to the lack of effort in the application itself.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225
Audience Reach Impact+190
Technical Innovation+90
Evidence Of Traction+118
Market Timing Relevance+70
Functional Completeness+5
Subtotal+698
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+629

Project Details

Project URL
centurylink.com
Description
CenturyLink, now known as Lumen Technologies, is a global technology company that provides a wide range of communication and network services. With its domain centurylink.com, the company offers solutions that include high-speed internet, voice, and managed services to both residential and business customers. Lumen Technologies focuses on delivering innovative solutions that enhance digital experiences, leveraging its extensive fiber network and advanced technology platforms. The company serves a diverse clientele, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises, across various industries, helping them to connect, secure, and manage their data and applications efficiently.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
It Services, Messaging Communications
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