Proof of Usefulness Report

The Co. -Operative Bank Plc.

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+300
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

The submission represents The Co-operative Bank, a major UK financial institution with significant real-world utility and traction. However, the submission quality is extremely low ('ShadowStorm', vague claims like 'most people', copy-pasted description), suggesting it is not an official or serious entry. Consequently, while the entity's underlying metrics are high, strict Quality Factor penalties (0.5x) were applied across all categories to reflect the lack of verifiable detail and unprofessional presentation. The final score is heavily discounted compared to what a verified official submission would achieve.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+10.63
Audience Reach Impact+7.50
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+10.00
Market Timing Relevance+2.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+32.63
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+300

Project Details

Description
Welcome to the official LinkedIn page for The Co-operative Bank. Our story began in 1872 in Victorian Rochdale and the co-operative values on which our bank was built 150 years ago still stand today. They are more than the foundations of the bank, they are what connect us together – colleagues, customers, the businesses who bank with us, charities we support and the issues we stand for. Since 1992, our unique customer-led Ethical Policy gives our customers a say in how their money is used and commits us to campaigning for the causes that matter to them. Because unlike a lot of banks, we understand the power your money has, and the difference it can make to the planet, people, and the community. We haven’t financed the production or extraction of fossil fuels for over 20 years and we won’t do business with organisations that fail to implement basic human rights. Do you know how your bank invests your money? Not many people do. You can find out by using the independent organisation: https://bank.green If you're interested in a career with The Co-operative Bank visit: www.co-operativebankjobs.co.uk Please protect yourself by not posting any personal information such as account or contact details on our page. Bank customers can contact us via X at @CooperativeBank or via Facebook at facebook.com/thecooperativebank

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