Proof of Usefulness Report

dropout

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+312

Proof of Usefulness Score

Certified Problem Solver

The project 'dropout' is a verified, legitimate business in Milan specializing in limited-edition sneaker resale, founded by Kola Tytler and Stefano Zeppieri. External validation confirms significant traction, including over €900k in equity crowdfunding, a physical flagship store (recently transitioned to digital-first following a July 2025 acquisition by OMV), and the development of 'HypeAnalyzer' proprietary pricing algorithms. However, the user submission was of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('most people have used my product') and omitting key technical and financial details. The score reflects the project's strong real-world validity and technical foundation, heavily penalized by the poor submission quality and limited global reach compared to major tech brands.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+100.0

Audience Reach Impact+40.0

Technical Innovation+78.0

Evidence Of Traction+87.5

Market Timing Relevance+60.0

Functional Completeness+2.5

Subtotal+368

Usefulness Multiplierx0.85

Final Score+313

Project Details

Project URL

https://dropoutmilano.com/

Description

dropout is specialized in the sale of limited edition sneakers and streetwear Inside our store, located in the center of Milan, and on our website you can find shoes released in recent years and sold out in traditional retailers in record time Opened by new entrepreneurs, united by the passion for sneakers and streetwear, dropout is the starting point for an ambitious project: Milan represents an area of strong appeal for the streetwear world, as well as a prime choice for Italian investors More than just a one-stop sneaker destination, dropout aims to become to a cultural hub for both seasoned sneaker enthusiasts and novices of this world

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