Proof of Usefulness Report

Filigran

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+423
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The submission refers to 'Filigran' (filigran.io), a legitimate and highly successful European cybersecurity company (Series B, ~$60M funding, 160+ employees). While the project itself has exceptional real-world utility, innovation, and verified traction (used by 6,000+ organizations including the FBI and Airbus), the submission quality was extremely poor. The user provided an incorrect name ('ShadowForge'), false audience claims ('everyone', 'most people'), and nonsensical revenue data. The score reflects the high verifiable value of the company, significantly penalized by the low quality and inaccuracy of the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+112.5
Audience Reach Impact+68.0
Technical Innovation+67.5
Evidence Of Traction+95.0
Market Timing Relevance+47.5
Functional Completeness+1.25
Subtotal+391.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.08
Final Score+423

Project Details

Project URL
filigran.io
Description
Filigran is a European cybertech company founded in 2022 that specializes in providing cybersecurity and crisis management solutions. The company designs and develops an eXtended Threat Management (XTM) portfolio that includes cyber threat intelligence, adversary simulation, and crisis management software. Filigran's open-source solutions are used by thousands of public and private organizations worldwide to anticipate cyber threats, identify security gaps, and strengthen their security posture.

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