Proof of Usefulness Report

The Chronic Edge

Analysis completed on 1/25/2026

+75
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The Chronic Edge appears to be a small consulting and mentoring agency focusing on a socially relevant mission (chronic illness/neurodiversity). However, the submission lacks verifiable technical innovation, listing service sectors as technologies. The traction claims ('most people have used my product') are hyperbolic and undermine credibility. The financial metric ('marketcap') is misused, likely referring to cumulative revenue or valuation, but cannot be verified. The project scores within the range of early-stage initiatives with minimal technical differentiation.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+36.0
Audience Reach Impact+4.0
Technical Innovation+1.5
Evidence Of Traction+10.0
Market Timing Relevance+28.0
Functional Completeness+2.0
Subtotal+81.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+75

Project Details

Project URL
thechronicedge.co.uk
Description
Welcome to The Chronic Edge, it’s time to discover your Edge! The Chronic Edge covers 3 areas - Research, Education & Development in Chronic illness & Neurodiversity. Research - We get involved and share information, but also look into health tech innovation opportunities to improve outcomes. Education - We provide information & Wellbeing ROI impact assessments to companies to improve knowledge and support. Development - We provide support to startups with a focus on chronically owned businesses through our Badass Business Mentoring. All 3 have some tech projects attached to them where we are working with partners to create innovative solutions for individuals & businesses in this space. Our primary mission is to create a network of individuals with the tools, knowledge and motivation to support the next generation of young chronically-sick individuals on the journey to their new normal, without the fear & struggles we had on ours. To get in touch with us either visit www.thechronicedge.co.uk or email contact@thechronicedge.co.uk Remember, you can be sick, but still have a badass sick life! 🤘

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