Proof of Usefulness Report

dafiprotocol.io

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+21
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

DaFi Protocol is a legitimate but 'zombie' DeFi project that launched in 2021 (not 2017 as claimed) and has since lost ~99% of its value. The submission contains significant falsehoods, such as claiming 'most people have used my product' and 'everyone' as the audience, while the actual market cap is micro-sized (~$300k). While the underlying 'Super Staking' concept was a valid experiment in tokenomics, the project currently lacks relevant traction, meaningful utility, or active user base.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+8
Audience Reach Impact+1
Technical Innovation+4
Evidence Of Traction+2
Market Timing Relevance+2
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+18
Usefulness Multiplierx1.13
Final Score+20

Project Details

Project URL
dafiprotocol.io
Description
DaFi Protocol, accessible through its domain dafiprotocol.io, is a blockchain-based platform focused on enhancing the utility and adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi) through innovative tokenomics. The company aims to address the challenges of inflation and volatility in the cryptocurrency market by introducing synthetic assets that are pegged to network demand. By utilizing a unique model that rewards users with synthetic tokens, DaFi Protocol incentivizes long-term participation and stability within decentralized ecosystems. This approach not only helps in reducing speculative trading but also encourages sustainable growth and user engagement in DeFi projects.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Defi, Blockchain, Banking
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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