Proof of Usefulness Report

HuePress

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+53
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

HuePress is a verifiable hardware startup in Vietnam (Digital Light Joint Stock Company) developing LiFi-enabled smart home devices with 11 patents and a seed grant (~$100k). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing hyperbolic claims (audience reach 'everyone', traction 'most people') that contradict the niche reality of the product. While the technical backbone (LiFi, patents) is strong, the project is still in early/minimal traction stages (<50k users) with limited market footprint outside Hanoi.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+18.75
Audience Reach Impact+2.5
Technical Innovation+12.75
Evidence Of Traction+6.25
Market Timing Relevance+6.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+46.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.14
Final Score+53

Project Details

Project URL
Description
HuePressis in the Smart Homes 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