Proof of Usefulness Report

STAT

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+682
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

STAT (statnews.com) is a premier, verified health and biotech journalism brand with significant real-world influence, estimated annual revenue of ~$69M, and ~7M monthly visitors. While the submission itself was low-quality (pseudonymous user 'LunarSpirit', incorrect 'marketcap' data, hyperbolic claims of 'everyone' as audience), independent verification confirms the project's high utility and substantial market traction. The score reflects the high value of the established business (scale: 400-700+) adjusted downward slightly for the lack of direct evidence provided in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+180.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+166.25
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+741.25
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+682

Project Details

Project URL
statnews.com
Description
Reporting from the frontiers of health and medicine We take you inside the science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms and political backrooms. We dissect crucial discoveries. We examine controversies and puncture hype. We hold individuals and institutions accountable. We introduce you to the power brokers and personalities who are driving a revolution in human health. These are the stories that matter to us all. Get access to exclusive content: http://www.statnews.com. Follow us on Twitter @statnews and on Facebook at facebook.com/statnews

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