Proof of Usefulness Report

Semiwise

Analysis completed on 2/20/2026

+251
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Semiwise is a legitimate deep-tech semiconductor IP company, appearing to be a spin-out from Gold Standard Simulations (acquired by Synopsys). The project holds valid granted patents (e.g., US9263568) and has verified industry partnerships (Siemens EDA, Surecore). However, the submission quality is extremely poor, containing vague claims ('everyone', 'most people') and confusing financial data ('all time marketcap: 2500000' likely refers to valuation or funding). While the technical innovation and real-world utility are high, the score is constrained by the lack of verifiable mass traction and the low quality of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility1.0)
Audience Reach Impact0.8)
Technical Innovation0.6)
Evidence Of Traction1.0)
Market Timing Relevance0.4)
Functional Completeness0.2)
Subtotal+264.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+251

Project Details

Project URL
semiconductorwise.com
Description
Semiwise offer CMOS technology and transistor design IP ideal for Internet of things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Low Power (LP) CMOS chip design. This dramatically increases performance and reliability, while reducing statistical variability, leakage and manufacturing costs. Semiwise is aiming at the development and commercialization of innovative low power CMOS transistor level IP that improves performance and variability and drastically reduces power in both forthcoming and existing technology generations. The IP is ideal for Internet of Things (IoT) applications solving important shortcomings in the current CMOS technology. The IP was initially generated within GSS. It currently consists of 8 granted patents and 6 patents at different stages of prosecution. The generation of the IP was facilitated by a service agreement with the Silicon Valley company Nif/T, LLC which developed and prosecuted the patents

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

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Document User Growth

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Technical Roadmap

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