Proof of Usefulness Report

PHINXT

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+331
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The project 'PHINXT' (submitted with the erroneous name 'SwiftForge') is a legitimate, high-potential robotics startup verified via external search. Founded in 2022, PHINXT has raised ~£2.3M (Aug 2024) and developed a decentralized edge-AI platform for warehouse automation. While the submission quality was extremely poor (incorrect name, exaggerated audience claims like 'everyone', and confusing valuation with revenue), the underlying technology and business traction are significant. The project solves a critical problem (high automation costs) with verified pilots (e.g., major UK grocery retailer). The score reflects the strong technical utility and confirmed traction, heavily penalized for the low-quality submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+127.5
Audience Reach Impact+28.0
Technical Innovation+81.0
Evidence Of Traction+87.5
Market Timing Relevance+42.5
Functional Completeness+1.3
Subtotal+367.8
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+331

Project Details

Project URL
Description
PHINXTis in the Logistics Tech Industry

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