Proof of Usefulness Report

StartupBlink

Analysis completed on 1/30/2026

+351
Proof of Usefulness Score
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StartupBlink is a verified, high-utility platform established in 2014, widely recognized as a global authority in startup ecosystem mapping. It boasts significant partnerships with over 100 governments and is cited by major media (CNN, Forbes). However, the project submission itself (by 'LunarRider') contained hyperbolic and lazy responses (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product' and 'Audience: everyone'), which significantly lowered the Quality Factors for Reach and Traction. While the underlying business is strong and comparable to the 'HackerNoon' baseline in terms of B2B influence and revenue potential, the poor submission quality and relatively niche traffic (approx. 60k monthly vs. millions for mass media) constrained the final score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+187.5
Audience Reach Impact+15.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+75.0
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+412.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+351

Project Details

Project URL
startupblink.com
Description
StartupBlink is an information and connection center of the Global Startup Ecosystem aiming to become a major global directory of business activity around the world. The site was launched in 2014 and is built as an interactive map that gathers and filters worldwide information about Startups and related entities such as Accelerators, Startup Organizations, Reporters and much more. This vast amount of information, including tens of thousands of startup entities, provides a powerful tool allowing startup entities to receive information and connect with each other based on their stated needs and interests. The site has thousands of startups who registered since launch and was mentioned by Guy Kawasaki, and articles by CNN, Forbes, The Next Web and Business Insider.\nhttp://startupblink.com

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