Proof of Usefulness Report

Undercover Media

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+266
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Undercover Media is a verified boutique VFX studio in Wellington, NZ, with impressive credits (Disney, Marvel) and industry awards (VES). However, the submission quality is low, with confusing metrics ('marketcap: 500000') and exaggerated reach claims ('most people have used my product'). While the verifiable work history demonstrates high competence and real-world utility in the film industry, the poor data quality and lack of a scalable product model (pure service business) limit the score compared to high-growth tech platforms.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+125.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+75.0
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+297.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.89
Final Score+266

Project Details

Description
We’re a small VFX startup based in Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Grounded in Visual Effects and Compositing, we’re now exploring digital content creation and interactive experiences – following our love for matching technology with creative solutions.

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