Proof of Usefulness Report

Factor23

Analysis completed on 2/13/2026

+22
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Factor23' presents a coherent health-tech concept focused on biomarkers and precision nutrition, likely referencing Fibroblast Growth Factor 23. However, the submission is critically undermined by verifiable falsehoods and a lack of online presence. The claim 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false for a startup with no search footprint. Additionally, the 'revenue' field lists a low market cap ($2.5M) rather than income, and the team size (30) is disproportionate to the lack of visibility. The project appears to be either in stealth, a conceptual pitch, or a low-effort submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+70
Real World Utility Quality Factor+0.5
Audience Reach Impact+10
Audience Reach Impact Quality Factor+0.5
Technical Innovation+60
Technical Innovation Quality Factor+0.5
Evidence Of Traction+0
Evidence Of Traction Quality Factor+0.5
Market Timing Relevance+60
Market Timing Relevance Quality Factor+1
Functional Completeness+20
Response Quality Quality Factor+0.5
Subtotal+19.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.1
Final Score+22

Project Details

Project URL
factor23.com
Description
Factor 23 provides sportspeople with the tools typically available only to pro athletes. We are a health-tech startup that is turning science into performance and wellbeing through an integrated experience that blends diagnostics with precision nutrition. Cell oxidation and chronic inflammation are the main causes of aging and injury. Sportspeople are more exposed to these risks given the training demands they put on their bodies. These risks can be managed and significantly reduced through precision nutrition, calibrated on the needs of the individual. We develop a data-driven approach that analyses 100+ biomarkers in your body and recommends how to tackle oxidation and inflammation through food and supplements. Our protocol includes the assessment of microbiota, a reliable indicator of chronic inflammation in our bodies.

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