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Proof of Usefulness Report

MLG Capital

Analysis completed on 3/12/2026

+31.46
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission makes hyperbolic and unverifiable claims ('everyone' reach, 'most people have used my product') despite being a boutique 6-person capital advisory firm. The lack of custom technology, nonsensical revenue figures, and vague responses significantly lower the quality multiplier across most categories, resulting in a minimal traction score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+18.75
Audience Reach Impact+5.0
Technical Innovation+1.5
Evidence Of Traction+0.0
Market Timing Relevance+10.0
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+35.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+31

Project Details

Project URL
Description
MLG Capital is the capital markets advisory division of MLG Blockchain. It focuses on growth stage capital formation and syndication, mergers and acquisitions and public offerings in disruptive industries including blockchain, cannabis, e-sports, AI and VR. MLG Capital’s unique approach showcases select companies to strategic investors and partners through one on one meetings, targeted roadshows, investor events and our database of global investment firms and investment professionals.

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