Proof of Usefulness Report

Talabat

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+723
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Talabat is the dominant on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region, validated by its recent IPO on the Dubai Financial Market and status as a Delivery Hero subsidiary. While the submission data contained inaccuracies (e.g., incorrect market cap figure) and low-effort responses (e.g., 'everyone', 'most people'), the verified real-world scale, massive user base, and market leadership drive a high score. The project sits well within the 'Much larger scale' calibration tier, though the score is dampened by the poor quality of the submission inputs.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+190.0
Technical Innovation+90.0
Evidence Of Traction+237.5
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+850
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+723

Project Details

Project URL
talabat.com
Description
talabat is the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, offering customers a convenient and personalized way to order food, groceries, and other convenience products from a wide selection of restaurants and retailers. Founded in Kuwait in 2004, talabat has expanded its operations to the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt. talabat is headquartered in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates and in December 2024, successfully completed its initial public offering on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). As a subsidiary of Delivery Hero SE, talabat leverages global expertise to strengthen its market position and drive innovation in the on-demand delivery sector, focusing on expanding its product offerings and increasing market penetration across its operating regions. With a robust network of partners and riders, talabat continues to solidify its leadership in the MENA region's on-demand delivery market, connecting customers, partners, and riders through its advanced technology platform.

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