Proof of Usefulness Report

IConnections

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+718
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

iConnections is a verified, high-traction platform in the alternative investment industry with estimated annual revenue over $50M and ~26,000 active institutional users, far exceeding the submitted claims. While the project itself demonstrates exceptional utility, traction, and market relevance (connecting allocators and managers digitally), the submission data contained significant inaccuracies (understating revenue as 'marketcap 500000', exaggerating reach as 'everyone'). The score reflects the high value of the actual verified business, adjusted downward slightly for the poor quality of the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+23.75
Audience Reach Impact+17.00
Technical Innovation+10.50
Evidence Of Traction+23.75
Market Timing Relevance+9.00
Functional Completeness+0.50
Subtotal+845
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+718

Project Details

Project URL
Description
iConnections is a leading alternative investment platform that brings together asset allocators and investment managers. Through its desktop and mobile app, iConnections enables allocators to discover, evaluate, and securely connect with top-tier managers who share essential company insights on the platform. In addition to hosting its own conferences, iConnections powers numerous investor events worldwide, reimagining how the investment industry connects in a digital-first world. Our mission is to accelerate and inspire investment to advance the world. Learn more at iconnections.io.

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