Proof of Usefulness Report

Kimono Labs

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+32
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes Kimono Labs, a notable web scraping tool acquired by Palantir in 2016. While the project historically achieved significant success and a major exit (validating its technology and traction at the time), it is currently a defunct service with no active utility. The submission includes hyperbolic and inaccurate claims (e.g., 'audienceReach': 'everyone', 'evidenceOfTraction': 'most people have used my product'), which significantly degrade the score. The evaluation reflects the project's historical innovation but penalizes its lack of current availability and the low quality of the specific data entry fields.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+1.25
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+12.75
Evidence Of Traction+12.0
Market Timing Relevance+0.5
Functional Completeness+1.5
Subtotal+30
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+32

Project Details

Project URL
kimonolabs.com
Description
Kimono Labs was a technology company that specialized in web data extraction and web scraping services. Founded in 2014, the company developed a tool that allowed users to turn websites into structured APIs without the need for coding. This enabled users to easily collect and manipulate data from the web for various applications, such as market research, competitive analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Kimono Labs gained popularity for its user-friendly interface and powerful data extraction capabilities. In 2016, the company was acquired by Palantir Technologies, and its services were eventually integrated into Palantir's data analytics platform. As a result, Kimono Labs ceased to operate as an independent entity, and its website, kimonolabs.com, is no longer active.

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