Proof of Usefulness Report

Focaldata

Analysis completed on 1/21/2026

+451
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Focaldata is a verified, high-traction consumer analytics company using AI and MRP polling (Multilevel Regression with Poststratification). While the submission itself was poor (containing placeholders like 'WhisperKeeper' and vague claims), external verification confirms it is a legitimate Series A-stage business (founded 2017, ~$3.17M+ funding, 50+ employees) serving major enterprise clients like Virgin Media O2 and the UK Cabinet Office. The project demonstrates high real-world utility and technical innovation, significantly outscoring the submission's quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+135
Audience Reach Impact+56
Technical Innovation+61.2
Evidence Of Traction+102
Market Timing Relevance+36
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+391.2
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+451

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Focaldata use a combination of technology and expertise to remove the understanding gap between what organisations believe about people - consumers, voters, citizens - and reality.

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