Proof of Usefulness Report

START Hamburg

Analysis completed on 2/2/2026

+11
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission for START Hamburg contains significant red flags indicative of low response quality. While the organization may exist as a student chapter, the provided data includes hyperbolic and demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product' and audience reach of 'everyone'). The email format is invalid, and the 'technologies used' field lists non-technical concepts. Due to the lack of verifiable evidence, invalid inputs, and absence of actual technical innovation, the project scores poorly on the PoU scale.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+5.0
Audience Reach Impact+1.0
Technical Innovation+0.38
Evidence Of Traction+0.63
Market Timing Relevance+2.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+9.26
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+11

Project Details

Description
We are START Hamburg, a non-profit organisation founded as part of the START Global network. We strive to empower young entrepreneurs to drive innovation by fostering connections within Hamburg & beyond.

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