Proof of Usefulness Report

Internet 2.0

Analysis completed on 2/10/2026

+359
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The project refers to 'Internet 2.0', a verifiable and legitimate US/Australia cybersecurity firm with recognized products (Malcore, Cloaking Firewall) and approximately $5.5M in funding. However, the submission quality is critically low, containing hyperbolic falsehoods (e.g., audience is 'everyone', 'most people have used my product') and confusing financial metrics ('marketcap 2500000'). While the underlying entity has high real-world utility and technical merit, the score is significantly penalized due to the lack of verifiable evidence provided in the submission and the poor accuracy of claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+140.0
Audience Reach Impact+20.0
Technical Innovation+97.5
Evidence Of Traction+50.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+390
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+359

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Internet 2.0 is a leading joint US and Australia cyber security organization whose mission is to defend clients and partners from the most advanced threats. Internet 2.0’s core products include Cloaking Firewall, Malcore and 5th Column. The Advanced Practices Team delivers data and intelligence services.

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