Proof of Usefulness Report

Grazzy

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+555
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Grazzy is a legitimate, venture-backed fintech startup (Series A, ~$11M verified funding) solving a critical problem in the hospitality industry (cashless tipping). However, the submission quality was extremely poor, containing false claims ('everyone' reach, 'most people' traction) and inaccurate data (2005 launch vs actual 2021). The score reflects the project's strong verified market position and partnerships (Hyatt, IHG) but is significantly penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the submission itself.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+70.0
Technical Innovation+97.5
Evidence Of Traction+106.25
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+583.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+555

Project Details

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Description
Grazzyis in the Payments Industry

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