Proof of Usefulness Report

Crunchbase

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+613
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The project is identified as the established Crunchbase platform, a market leader in business intelligence. While the platform itself holds immense real-world utility, massive reach, and verifiable traction (far exceeding the 'Evidence of Traction' provided), the submission quality is extremely poor. It contains incorrect data (Launch Date 2021 vs real 2007), vague claims ('everyone', 'most people'), and lacks specific details on technology. The score reflects the high intrinsic value of the verified entity, significantly penalized by the low quality of the submission evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+95
Technical Innovation+45
Evidence Of Traction+118
Market Timing Relevance+85
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+583
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+613

Project Details

Project URL
crunchbase.com
Description
Crunchbase is a leading platform for discovering business information about private and public companies. It provides comprehensive data on company funding, investments, acquisitions, and industry trends. Crunchbase is widely used by entrepreneurs, investors, market researchers, and sales teams to track industry developments, identify potential investment opportunities, and gain insights into competitive landscapes. The platform offers a vast database of company profiles, including details on founders, key executives, and financial performance, making it an essential tool for anyone interested in the startup ecosystem and business growth.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Business Development, Analytics, 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