Proof of Usefulness Report

MathWorks

Analysis completed on 2/8/2026

+765
Proof of Usefulness Score
Unicorn Utility

The project 'MathWorks' represents a globally recognized industry standard in mathematical computing (MATLAB/Simulink). The real-world utility, audience reach, and market dominance are exceptional, warranting near-perfect scores in those categories. However, the submission itself is of very low quality, containing vague claims ('most people have used my product'), lazy data entry, and a lack of specific verifiable evidence within the form. While the entity's value is undeniable, the score is heavily penalized in the 'Response Quality' and 'Evidence of Traction' Quality Factors due to the poor submission effort relative to the company's actual stature.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+318.5
Audience Reach Impact+260.0
Technical Innovation+148.5
Evidence Of Traction+125.0
Market Timing Relevance+85.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+942
Usefulness Multiplierx0.81
Final Score+765

Project Details

Project URL
Description
MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on its products to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development. MATLAB, the language of technical computing, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a graphical environment for simulation and Model-Based Design for multidomain dynamic and embedded systems. MATLAB and Simulink are also fundamental teaching and research tools in the world's universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 6000 people in 16 countries, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA.

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

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Document User Growth

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Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

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Technical Roadmap

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