Proof of Usefulness Report

Molekule

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+616
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Molekule is a verifiable, established hardware company with significant historical revenue (>$40M/year peak) and a recognized brand in the air purification market, justifying a high baseline score for utility and reach. However, the submission quality is exceptionally poor, containing exaggerated/false traction claims ('most people have used my product') and missing financial data. While the company recently underwent Chapter 11 restructuring and acquisition (2023), its scale and technology adoption remain far superior to the calibration baseline. The score reflects the high real-world value and market presence, heavily penalized by the submission's lack of professional evidence and the company's recent financial instability.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+150
Technical Innovation+127.5
Evidence Of Traction+87.5
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+670
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+616

Project Details

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Description
With increasing industrialization and the effects of climate change, air quality is becoming a vitally important global issue. Molekule’s patented technology works at the molecular level to eliminate indoor air pollution. With a combination of nanotechnology, light and boundless determination we have developed a revolutionary new approach of eliminating indoor air pollution. Come join us on our journey to help bring clean and healthy air to the world!

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