Proof of Usefulness Report

NS1

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+520
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

NS1 is a major internet infrastructure provider (acquired by IBM in 2023) with verifiable top-tier enterprise traction (LinkedIn, Dropbox). While the submission text is brief and somewhat low-effort ('everyone'), the underlying technology and market presence are exceptional. The project operates at a scale far exceeding the baseline, justifying a high score despite the lack of detailed user responses. Scores are calibrated with a 5x multiplier to align with the provided high-revenue reference scale.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+147.0
Audience Reach Impact+104.5
Technical Innovation+85.5
Evidence Of Traction+150.0
Market Timing Relevance+45.0
Functional Completeness+10.0
Subtotal+542
Usefulness Multiplierx0.96
Final Score+520

Project Details

Project URL
ns1.com
Description
NS1 has transformed the way the internet works by automating the deployment and delivery of the world’s most trafficked internet and enterprise applications. Its application networking stack modernizes DNS, DHCP, and IPAM — the familiar and universal foundations of all network and internet services — to unlock unprecedented automation, visibility, and control. NS1 has more than 600 enterprise customers worldwide, including LinkedIn, Dropbox, and The Guardian, and is backed by investments from Energy Impact Partners, Dell Technologies Capital, Cisco Investments, and GGV Capital.

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