Proof of Usefulness Report

Fractal Software

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+399
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Fractal Software is a verified, established venture studio in NYC that has incubated over 130 vertical SaaS startups and raised significant capital ($600M+). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone') and lazy data entry ('all time marketcap: null'). While the entity's real-world footprint is substantial—positioning it well above early-stage projects—the score is heavily penalized (Quality Factor 0.5) due to the lack of verifiable data provided in the submission and the dishonesty regarding traction and reach. The project has high potential utility and traction in reality, but the submission fails to accurately reflect it.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+40.0
Audience Reach Impact+40.0
Technical Innovation+30.0
Evidence Of Traction+45.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+420
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+399

Project Details

Description
Our mission\nUnlock entrepreneurship for exceptional individuals by providing the insights, capital and support needed to launch fast-growing vertical SaaS businesses.\n\nOur vision\nA world where every industry that could benefit from modern software has capable entrepreneurs focused on solving their technological challenges.

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