Proof of Usefulness Report

GrowthChannel AI

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+59
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

GrowthChannel AI is a legitimate Seed-stage martech startup (est. 2017) with verified verifiable traction (~2,000 users, Sputnik ATX funding). However, the submission quality is extremely poor, containing hyperbolic and false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', Reach: 'everyone'). While the platform has real-world utility for generating marketing plans, the disparity between the submission's claims and reality warrants significant penalties in the evaluation. The score reflects a functioning product with minimal verified mass-market scale compared to the claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+21.25
Audience Reach Impact+3.0
Technical Innovation+10.5
Evidence Of Traction+7.5
Market Timing Relevance+8.5
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+51
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+59

Project Details

Description
Growthchannel is a ai powered martech startup connecting data and media to make marketing more effective

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