Proof of Usefulness Report

Stem

Analysis completed on 1/30/2026

+14
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission is incoherent, conflating data from two distinct companies: Stem (music distribution, stem.is) and Stem, Inc. (energy storage, stem.com). While the URL points to the music platform, the business type, team size, and launch date refer to the public energy company. Claims of traction ('most people have used my product') are demonstrably false for either entity. The submission contains significant red flags and lacks verifiable accuracy.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+40
Audience Reach Impact+20
Technical Innovation+30
Evidence Of Traction+10
Market Timing Relevance+40
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+12.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.1
Final Score+14

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Stem’s artist-first platform is pioneering an entirely new model of distribution and monetization.

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