Proof of Usefulness Report

Cybersource

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+430
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Cybersource is a verified, major global payment management platform (subsidiary of Visa) with massive real-world utility and traction. However, the project submission itself is of extremely low quality, providing vague claims ('everyone') and inaccurate data fields (confusing market cap with revenue). The score reflects the undeniable scale and legacy of the entity (1994 launch, verified infrastructure) heavily penalized by the 'Vague/Unsupported' Quality Factor (0.5x) due to the lack of effort in the submission. A proper submission would score 750+.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+11.88
Audience Reach Impact+10.00
Technical Innovation+5.63
Evidence Of Traction+11.88
Market Timing Relevance+4.25
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+43.89
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+430

Project Details

Project URL
Description
At Cybersource, we create flexible, creative commerce solutions for everyday life—experiences that delight your customers and spur growth globally.

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