Proof of Usefulness Report

JumpStory

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+236
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

JumpStory is a verifiable, venture-backed Danish startup (raised ~$3M) offering a clear alternative to traditional stock photos with an 'authentic' focus. While the project itself demonstrates significant real-world utility and market relevance, the submission quality is critically poor. The submitter provided lazy, inaccurate data (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product' and listing 'investing' as a technology), which heavily penalized the 'Response Quality' and 'Evidence of Traction' quality factors. Despite the low-effort submission, the company's actual standing (Series A/Seed scale, ~24 employees) justifies a score in the 'Small but promising' range (100-250), distinguishing it from minimal traction projects.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+100.0
Audience Reach Impact+32.0
Technical Innovation+30.0
Evidence Of Traction+37.5
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+1.25
Subtotal+240.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+236

Project Details

Project URL
Description
JumpStory is a company that specializes in providing high-quality, authentic stock photos and visual content. Through its platform, jumpstory.com, the company offers a vast library of images, videos, and illustrations that are designed to enhance storytelling and marketing efforts. JumpStory differentiates itself by using advanced AI technology to curate and deliver visuals that are not only relevant but also emotionally engaging. The platform aims to simplify the process of finding the right visual content for businesses, marketers, and creatives, ensuring that users can easily access and utilize impactful imagery for their projects.

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