Proof of Usefulness Report

VANYA

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+30
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project VANYA (vanya.ai) is an early-stage climate tech startup based in India, focusing on AI and blockchain for carbon credits. However, the submission contains significant discrepancies and red flags. The claim that 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false for a niche B2B platform with low web traffic. External data indicates a team size of ~10, contradicting the claimed '51-200'. The submission lacks specific technical evidence, relying on buzzwords. While the market problem (climate action) is high-utility, the poor quality of the response and exaggerated traction claims severely impact the score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+16.25
Audience Reach Impact+0.5
Technical Innovation+3.0
Evidence Of Traction+0.63
Market Timing Relevance+8.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+28.63
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+30

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Revolutionizing Climate Action Through Technology and Nature

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