Proof of Usefulness Report

RIDE!

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+224
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Project 'RIDE!' (ridespace.io) is a verified French NewSpace startup offering a digital platform for satellite launch management. External search confirms significant traction: partnerships with ESA, Arianespace, and 350+ satellite operators, along with a team of ~14. However, the submission itself was of extremely poor quality, containing placeholder text ('everyone', 'most people') and false claims about reach. The score reflects the legitimate high-value B2B utility and confirmed traction, heavily penalized for submission quality and inaccurate audience claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85.0
Audience Reach Impact+12.0
Technical Innovation+39.0
Evidence Of Traction+70.0
Market Timing Relevance+36.0
Functional Completeness+1.0
Subtotal+243
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+224

Project Details

Project URL
Description
RIDE!is in the NewSpace Industry

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