Proof of Usefulness Report

Jur

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+45
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Jur is a legitimate, long-running project (est. 2018) within the Polkadot ecosystem, focusing on valid trends like Network States and decentralized justice. However, the submission contains critical inaccuracies, specifically the claim that 'most people have used my product' and an audience of 'everyone,' which contradict the reality of its niche Web3 user base and low market capitalization. While the project has verifiable technical foundations (Substrate) and grant funding (Web3 Foundation), the lack of meaningful user adoption signals and the hyperbolic submission data result in a score reflecting minimal current traction.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+11.0
Audience Reach Impact+1.0
Technical Innovation+11.25
Evidence Of Traction+4.38
Market Timing Relevance+7.5
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+35.38
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+40

Project Details

Project URL
jur.io
Description
Jur is creating the world's first Network State infrastructure that provides the needed solution for the future of digital-first countries.\n\nWe are a growing, remote-first, early-stage, startup funded and advised by some of the most influential players in the Polkadot ecosystem and web3 in general.\n\nOur engineering focus is two-fold: Launching the Jur Chain (a Substrate-based chain) in the Polkadot ecosystem and the development of tools, services, and standards aimed at the most pressing jurisdiction and legal needs of Web3.

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