Proof of Usefulness Report

sequel

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+389
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The project 'Sequel' (submitted under the incorrect name 'IronBlade') is a legitimate, high-potential investment community for elite athletes, founded by proven serial entrepreneurs (Alex Macdonald, Nick Telson). While the underlying venture has strong merit, backing, and a verified team, the submission itself contained severe inaccuracies (wrong project name, false traction claims like 'most people', incorrect launch date). The evaluation reflects the high real-world utility and strong founder track record, heavily penalized for the poor quality and unverifiable claims in the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+80
Audience Reach Impact+40
Technical Innovation+60
Evidence Of Traction+40
Market Timing Relevance+75
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+45.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+389

Project Details

Project URL
joinsequel.co
Description
We are on a mission to help athletes build legacies for their families and for the world. Sequel is a community of the world’s best athletes investing in the world’s best startups, making a positive impact. \n\nThe company was founded in 2022 by serial entrepreneurs and investors Alex Macdonald, Nick Telson and Andrew Webster. Philipp Omenitsch recently joined as Chief Technology Officer. The company is backed by investors and advisors including elite athletes, experienced angel investors and founders.

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

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Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

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Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline