Proof of Usefulness Report

Oxyle

Analysis completed on 2/8/2026

+410
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The project 'Oxyle' is a verified, high-potential CleanTech company (ETH Zurich spin-off) addressing critical PFAS pollution. However, the submission itself contains significant inaccuracies (claims 'most people have used my product', states 125 employees vs. verified ~26, lists market cap as revenue). The evaluation heavily favors the verified external reality of the company (recent $16M Series A, 20+ industrial pilots) over the poor submission data, while applying penalties to Response Quality and Reach due to the false claims provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142.5
Audience Reach Impact+38.4
Technical Innovation+85.5
Evidence Of Traction+85
Market Timing Relevance+38
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+390.4
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+410

Project Details

Project URL
oxyle.com
Description
PFAS pollution is one of the most serious threats to our health and environment. And the most challenging ones to treat — short and ultra-short chains — are being missed by current technologies. As regulations evolve, industries are expected to stay compliant with technologies that aren’t up to the challenge. Oxyle is solving that. We engineer PFAS treatment processes that permanently eliminate PFAS, including the toughest short- and ultra-short chains. Because no two streams are the same, our solutions aren’t either. We combine proprietary innovations with best-in-class technologies to design the most effective process for your wastewater. So you can stay ahead of evolving regulations and lead the way to PFAS-free water. Founded in 2020, we’re on a mission to protect our waters from PFAS. Down to the last drop.

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