Proof of Usefulness Report

Relai

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+55
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Relai' (relai.us) is a legitimate early-stage logistics startup building 'Exchange Zones' (asynchronous drop-off/pick-up points), distinct from the Swiss Bitcoin app of the same name. External validation confirms a partnership with Harbor Lockers and active pilot locations in Atlanta, demonstrating real-world utility and B2B traction. However, the submission quality is low, containing hyperbolic falsehoods ('most people have used my product') and confusing financial metrics ('marketcap 2500000', likely referring to seed valuation). The score places the project in the 'Minimal Traction' bucket (<50k users) due to its localized nature and early stage, despite the promising hardware partnership.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+20.0
Audience Reach Impact+2.0
Technical Innovation+9.0
Evidence Of Traction+12.0
Market Timing Relevance+8.5
Functional Completeness+0.5
Subtotal+52
Usefulness Multiplierx1.06
Final Score+55

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Building the infrastructure for people to drop off & pick up items asynchronously, Exchange Zones.

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