Proof of Usefulness Report

Chicago Tribune

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+670
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The Chicago Tribune is a legacy media institution with massive, undeniable traction and real-world utility, positioning it well above the calibration baseline for scale. However, the submission quality is extremely poor (lazy data entry, anonymous 'ShadowHeart' alias, confusion of market cap with revenue), which drastically reduces the Response Quality score. While the entity itself is a market leader, the lack of technical novelty and the low-effort submission dampen the potential maximum score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22
Audience Reach Impact+18
Technical Innovation+4
Evidence Of Traction+23
Market Timing Relevance+5
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+74
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+670

Project Details

Project URL
chicagotribune.com
Description
The Chicago Tribune is a major daily newspaper based in Chicago, Illinois, and is one of the largest newspapers in the United States. Founded in 1847, it has a long history of providing comprehensive news coverage, including local, national, and international news, as well as in-depth reporting on politics, business, sports, entertainment, and more. The Chicago Tribune is known for its investigative journalism and has won numerous Pulitzer Prizes for its reporting. Through its website, chicagotribune.com, the newspaper offers digital content and services, reaching a wide audience with up-to-date news and information.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
News Journalism, Analytics, Web Development
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