Proof of Usefulness Report

Merilon Group

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+1
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes a conceptual incubator for generic 'Web 2.0' ideas and domain names (e.g., HotPost.com) rather than a functional product. The claims are contradictory, stating the project is in 'pre-development' while simultaneously claiming 'most people have used my product.' The technical description ('Internet') is non-existent, and the '1984' launch date with 'Web 2.0' terminology indicates either a legacy entry or low-quality data. No verifiable traction or utility is present.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+0.63
Audience Reach Impact+0.00
Technical Innovation+0.00
Evidence Of Traction+0.00
Market Timing Relevance+0.25
Functional Completeness+0.13
Subtotal+1.01
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+1

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Merilon is incubating and developing a number of Web 2.0 Cloud based Service platforms, ecommerce portals and Mobile Apps (on iOS, Android, Windows8M), that are in various stages of conceptual and pre-development. An innovative Business Reality TV concept is also in the pre-production phase pending investor interest! Other Reality ideas are also in early embryonic phase! We are seeking co-founding partners and Accredited Investors to help set up a base in the US (possibly in New York) together with a managed investment holding structure [Switzerland or the UAE(Dubai) thereafter pending sufficient interest from offshore may also be considered later on]. The US base will then enable capital raising on one of the Crowd-funding equity raising platforms targeting Accredited Investors only! Second phase will be to set up "managed project operating vehicles", in preparation of an Offer Document for Crowd-funding of specific projects once they are ready for launch. More information available upon request! Some of the current specific projects under development are: » HotPost.com - a unified social media, images, chatting and micro-blogging platform (a range of Cloud based and ephemeral type feature services); » GlobalTraveller.com, iGuestBnB.com, iGuestTab.com - targeting travel and traveler related services; » ShopCast.com, ShopCast.tv, iShopPad.com - targeting shopping and mobile video ad related services; » GameScape.net, InterStables.com - targeting online gaming and Thoroughbred syndicated services; » iDiction.com - targeting innovative learning and crowd-sourcing style services; » and some other ideas we prefer not to disclose for now. If interested contact us to discuss ways to get involved - co-founding partners, co-development, financial investment, or Joint-Ventures, White-label (Content or Technology) licensing, etc.

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