Proof of Usefulness Report

Figma

Analysis completed on 1/21/2026

+676
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

The project is identified as Figma, a verified industry-leading design platform with massive real-world utility and adoption (Unicorn/Decacorn scale). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, providing vague claims ('everyone', 'most people') and lazy data entry. While the platform's intrinsic value and external verification justify a high score in the 400-700+ range, significant penalties were applied to 'Evidence of Traction' and 'Response Quality' due to the lack of supporting documentation in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+250.0
Audience Reach Impact+160.0
Technical Innovation+142.5
Evidence Of Traction+150.0
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+795
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+676

Project Details

Project URL
figma.com
Description
Figma is a leading design and prototyping platform that operates primarily through its web-based application, accessible via figma.com. Founded in 2012, Figma revolutionized the design industry by offering a collaborative interface that allows multiple users to work on the same project simultaneously, making it ideal for teams. The platform is widely used by designers, developers, and product managers to create user interfaces, wireframes, and interactive prototypes. Figma's cloud-based nature ensures that projects are always up-to-date and accessible from anywhere, fostering seamless collaboration and innovation in design workflows.

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