Proof of Usefulness Report

Startup Grind

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+585
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Startup Grind is a globally recognized startup community with significant verifiable reach (3.5M+) and real-world utility, positioning it well above the average calibration. However, the submission itself is of very low quality, containing vague claims ('everyone'), factually incorrect traction statements ('most people have used my product'), and confusing financial metrics. The score reflects the high value of the established brand, heavily penalized by the lack of effort and precision in the specific data provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225.0
Audience Reach Impact+152.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+135.0
Market Timing Relevance+75.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+637
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+585

Project Details

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Description
Startup Grind is the world’s largest community of startups, founders, innovators, and creators. We bring like-minded yet diverse individuals together to connect, learn, teach, help, build, and belong. We do this daily through our local events, flagship conferences, startup program, partnerships, and online media + content - collectively reaching over 3.5 million individuals worldwide.

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

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