Proof of Usefulness Report

Dfinity

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+649
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Dfinity (Internet Computer) is a verifiable, high-scale blockchain infrastructure project with verified multi-billion dollar valuation and significant technical innovation. However, the submission itself is of very poor quality, containing factually incorrect claims ('most people have used my product') and confusing market cap with revenue. While the project's real-world utility and technical sophistication drive a high score (aligning with the 'Much larger scale' calibration), significant penalties were applied to the 'Response Quality', 'Audience Reach', and 'Traction' quality factors due to the inaccuracies in the self-reporting.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+2
Audience Reach Impact+2
Technical Innovation+1
Evidence Of Traction+2
Market Timing Relevance+1
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal+683
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+649

Project Details

Project URL
dfinity.org
Description
Dfinity is a technology company focused on developing the Internet Computer, a decentralized computing platform that aims to extend the functionality of the public internet. By leveraging blockchain technology, Dfinity seeks to create a new kind of internet where software can run with the security, speed, and scalability needed to support a wide range of applications. The Internet Computer is designed to enable developers to build and deploy secure, open internet services, and it aims to reduce the reliance on traditional IT infrastructure. Dfinity's mission is to transform the internet into a global, decentralized computing platform.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Blockchain, Software Development, It Services
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