Proof of Usefulness Report

GridMatrix

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+296
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

GridMatrix is a verifiable Series A startup (raised ~$6.5M) providing AI-based traffic analytics for smart cities. However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims (reach: 'everyone', traction: 'most people'), nonsensical data (revenue: 'marketcap: null'), and generic descriptions. The score reflects the high real-world utility and verified external traction of the actual company, severely penalized by the poor response quality and inaccurate claims in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+10.63
Audience Reach Impact+6.00
Technical Innovation+5.25
Evidence Of Traction+10.00
Market Timing Relevance+4.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+36.13
Usefulness Multiplierx0.82
Final Score+296

Project Details

Project URL
Description
GridMatrixis in the Road Transport Tech Industry

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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