Proof of Usefulness Report

Kira Talent

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+642

Proof of Usefulness Score

Category Standard

Kira Talent is a verifiable, established EdTech leader acquired by ETS in 2021, serving 750+ programs globally with over 1M assessments. While the real-world utility and market traction are exceptional, the submission itself contained lazy, inaccurate claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone'), which necessitated Quality Factor penalties. The score reflects the high value of the verified entity, adjusted downward for the poor quality of the specific input data provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5

Audience Reach Impact+128.0

Technical Innovation+105.0

Evidence Of Traction+170.0

Market Timing Relevance+80.0

Functional Completeness+2.5

Subtotal+698

Usefulness Multiplierx0.92

Final Score+642

Project Details

Project URL

kiratalent.com

Description

Kira Talent is the world’s only holistic admissions solution designed for higher education. Founded in 2012, Kira transforms the admissions process by combining on-demand, timed video and timed written assessments with existing admissions requirements. \n\nKira works with more than 300 programs worldwide to build applicant-first assessments that identify and select their best-fit students. \n

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