Proof of Usefulness Report

EBB Group

Analysis completed on 2/6/2026

+31
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission represents 'EBB Group', a verifiable and established boutique M&A advisory firm (est. ~1996) with approximately 42 affiliated professionals (contradicting the claimed 125). However, the project submission itself contains significant red flags and low-quality data: claimed reach of 'everyone', a nonsensical traction claim ('most people have used my product'), and confused financial metrics ('all time marketcap'). While the underlying business is legitimate and revenue-generating, the submission fails to demonstrate the specific value of a technology project and relies on exaggerated or false inputs, resulting in a heavily penalized score.

Ready to Compete for $150k+ in Prizes?

Move this data into a HackerNoon blog draft to become eligible for your share of $150k+ in cash and software prizes

View All Reports

Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.0
Audience Reach Impact+4.0
Technical Innovation+0.75
Evidence Of Traction+7.5
Market Timing Relevance+5.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+29.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+31

Project Details

Project URL
Description
EBB Group was founded over 25 years ago when CEO, Eric White, began executing small-business M&A transactions by himself in Dallas, TX. Since that time, the firm has grown around a single principle: to be our clients' trusted advisor and partner as they seek to realize the full value of their businesses. EBB Group has proudly represented entrepreneurs, family business stewards, and capable business leaders who have worked hard to grow the U.S. economy by taking risks and creating value. Our goal is to realize this value for our clients through M&A and capital markets transactions. EBB Group provides a number of bespoke financial services to our clients: - M&A Advisory: EBB Group’s professionals have over 100 years of cumulative M&A advisory experience. The team has led M&A transactions of enterprise values ranging from tens of millions to hundreds of millions of dollars across nearly every industry. - Capital Advisory: EBB Group’s professionals have raised millions of dollars in equity and debt for businesses across the full range of lifecycle stages, from early stage / venture through leveraged recaps for mature companies. - CFO Advisory: Through our selective network of contract executives, we provide the ideal executive to lead your accounting / finance / administrative department or finance initiative, with a particular focus on preparing a business for an ultimate sale or capital raise. EBB Group is very active in the capital markets and has daily interaction with leading strategic buyers and financial sponsors. With our robust network and deep understanding of buyers’ requirements, EBB has access to a wealth of potential acquirers / investors for each deal. For more information please reach out to us at info@ebbgroup.net. Disclaimer: Securities offered through Finalis Securities LLC Member FINRA / SIPC. EBB Group and Finalis Securities LLC are separate, unaffiliated entities.

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