Proof of Usefulness Report

Gjirafa

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+640
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Gjirafa is a confirmed regional technology giant ('The Google of the Balkans') with verifiable services in search, e-commerce, and media serving millions of users in Kosovo, Albania, and Macedonia. While the project itself possesses exceptional real-world utility and verified market dominance, the submission quality was extremely low (vague description, missing technical details, anecdotal traction claims). The score reflects the massive verifiable value of the platform, penalized slightly for the lack of effort in the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility2.5)
Audience Reach Impact2.0)
Technical Innovation1.5)
Evidence Of Traction2.5)
Market Timing Relevance1.0)
Functional Completeness0.5)
Subtotal+752.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+640

Project Details

Project URL
gjirafa.com
Description
Gjirafa is an innovative technology company that operates primarily in the Balkans, focusing on providing a wide range of online services and digital solutions. Known as the "Albanian Search Engine," Gjirafa offers a search platform tailored to the Albanian language and regional content. The company also provides various services, including online advertising, e-commerce, and digital content distribution. Gjirafa is committed to enhancing the digital landscape in the region by leveraging technology to connect people with information and services that are relevant to their needs.

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