Proof of Usefulness Report

Static Media

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+782

Proof of Usefulness Score

Unicorn Utility

Static Media is a verified, large-scale digital media company owning major brands like Looper, SlashGear, and Tasting Table. Independent verification confirms massive reach (220M+ monthly visitors) and significant revenue (~$250M+), contradicting the low/erroneous figures provided in the submission (e.g., '2.5M marketcap'). The project scores highly on Utility, Reach, and Traction due to its established market position, though the submission quality itself was extremely poor and lacked effort.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility2.5)

Audience Reach Impact2.0)

Technical Innovation1.5)

Evidence Of Traction2.5)

Market Timing Relevance1.0)

Functional Completeness0.5)

Subtotal+920

Usefulness Multiplierx0.85

Final Score+782

Project Details

Project URL

static.com

Description

Up-to-the minute news, original insights, exclusive interviews and expert advice to make every day better. Static Media's ever-growing family of websites gives readers the great content they crave. From original recipes to movie reviews to travel guides, Static Media has you covered.

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