Proof of Usefulness Report

Imperva

Analysis completed on 2/10/2026

+650
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Imperva is a widely recognized, established leader in the cybersecurity space (WAF, Data Security), founded in 2002 and recently acquired by Thales. While the project has immense real-world utility, massive reach (protecting thousands of enterprises), and proven traction, this specific submission was low-effort. Claims like 'everyone' and vague financial data required calibration based on the known high status of the entity rather than the submission details. The score reflects a high-value, verified technology project, penalized slightly for submission quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility2.5)
Audience Reach Impact2.0)
Technical Innovation1.5)
Evidence Of Traction2.5)
Market Timing Relevance1.0)
Functional Completeness0.5)
Subtotal+802
Usefulness Multiplierx0.81
Final Score+650

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Imperva is a cybersecurity leader with a mission to protect data and all paths to it. We protect the data of over 6,000 global customers from cyber attacks through all stages of their digital transformation. Our products are informed by the Imperva Research Lab, a global threat intelligence community, that feeds the latest security and compliance expertise into our solutions.

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