Proof of Usefulness Report

Pineapple Labs

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+65
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Pineapple Labs presents a visually-focused professional network for Gen Z, addressing a relevant shift in how younger generations showcase professional identity. However, the submission is severely compromised by hyperbolic and unverifiable claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience 'everyone') and data inconsistencies (Business Type listed as Real Estate). While the concept has merit and likely refers to the VC-backed startup of the same name, the lack of concrete metrics and low-quality response prevents a higher valuation.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+65
Audience Reach Impact+10
Technical Innovation+60
Evidence Of Traction+10
Market Timing Relevance+70
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+34.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+39

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Pineapple is building the next professional network for Gen Z. Our platform lets people create short, shareable Insta-story style profile pages that can be used to tell their story anywhere on the web, from a LinkedIn profile to a job application. We’ve built up a super passionate community of career-minded Gen Z candidates through our profile features and next, we're launching our business side of the platform to connect Gen Z talent with opportunities.\n

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