Proof of Usefulness Report

Kobold AI

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+46
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Kobold AI is a recognized open-source project in the local LLM space with high utility and technical merit. However, the submission provided is extremely low quality, containing hyperbolic false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product'), incorrect metadata ('Launch Date: 2024', 'Industry: construction'), and zero verifiable evidence. While expert knowledge confirms the project's legitimacy and innovation, the Proof of Usefulness score is heavily penalized by the submission's failure to provide accurate or adequate evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15.75
Audience Reach Impact+4.00
Technical Innovation+8.93
Evidence Of Traction+6.25
Market Timing Relevance+6.30
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+41.48
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+46

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Kobold AIis in the AI Infrastructure Industry

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