Proof of Usefulness Report

Untapped

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+546
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Untapped (formerly Canvas) is a verifiable, high-impact diversity recruiting platform acquired by Podium Education in 2024. While the project itself demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and traction (Series C funding, ~1M candidates, acquisition exit), the submission quality was extremely poor. The submitter provided false or lazy data (e.g., audience 'everyone', traction 'most people', tech 'Internet'), necessitating heavy penalties on the Response Quality and Quality Factors. The score reflects the project's proven success adjusted downward for the lack of credible evidence in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225.0
Audience Reach Impact+102.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+135.0
Market Timing Relevance+85.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+594.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+547

Project Details

Project URL
untapped.io
Description
Build diverse teams with an all-in-one platform optimized for early talent recruiting. Untapped is on a mission to make the world more equitable by broadening access to transformative careers. Our all-in-one platform optimized for early talent recruiting, helps companies build diverse teams with confidence and reduce time to hire. Unlock the power of Untapped’s highly diverse and fast-growing talent pool of nearly one million searchable profiles complete with self-reported information. Startups to Fortune 500 companies are using Untapped to source and connect with Gen Z talent, identify biases in the hiring process, enhance employer branding, and measure the ROI of recruiting initiatives.

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