Proof of Usefulness Report

ThreatGEN

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+52
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

ThreatGEN (submitted as 'ThunderBlade') is a legitimate B2B cybersecurity gamification platform specializing in Industrial Control Systems (ICS/OT). While the underlying product ('ThreatGEN: Red vs. Blue') has verifiable utility and a presence on Steam and in enterprise training, the submission itself is of extremely low quality. The applicant provided false claims regarding audience reach ('everyone'), irrelevant tags ('fitness'), and non-existent revenue data. The score reflects the project's actual niche utility and existence, severely penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+17.00
Audience Reach Impact+4.80
Technical Innovation+9.00
Evidence Of Traction+9.00
Market Timing Relevance+9.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+49.05
Usefulness Multiplierx1.06
Final Score+52

Project Details

Project URL
threatgen.com
Description
ThreatGEN, accessible via their domain threatgen.com, is a cybersecurity company specializing in gamified training and simulation platforms. They focus on enhancing cybersecurity skills through interactive and engaging learning experiences. ThreatGEN's solutions are designed to help organizations and individuals improve their cybersecurity posture by providing realistic, hands-on training scenarios that simulate real-world cyber threats and attacks. Their platform is used by cybersecurity professionals, educators, and organizations to develop and refine critical skills needed to protect against evolving cyber threats.

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