Proof of Usefulness Report

ntlworld.com

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+34
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes 'ntlworld.com', a legacy domain associated with the former UK cable operator NTL (now Virgin Media). While the underlying service (ISP/Email) has high historical utility and reach, the submission itself appears to be from an individual user ('ThunderStone') rather than the corporate entity. The claims of 'everyone' for reach and 'most people have used my product' for traction are hyperbolic and unsupported by data. The lack of verifiable metrics, the legacy nature of the standalone domain, and the low quality of the response result in a low Proof of Usefulness score, despite the brand's historical significance.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+10.0
Audience Reach Impact+8.0
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+7.5
Market Timing Relevance+2.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+30
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+34

Project Details

Project URL
ntlworld.com
Description
NTLworld.com was originally part of NTL Incorporated, a telecommunications company in the United Kingdom that provided cable television, internet, and telephone services. NTL was one of the largest cable operators in the UK before it merged with Telewest in 2006 to form Virgin Media. The NTLworld.com domain was primarily used for providing internet services, including email accounts for its subscribers. After the merger, many of the services and infrastructure were rebranded under the Virgin Media name. Today, NTLworld.com is mostly associated with legacy email services still used by some former NTL customers.

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