Proof of Usefulness Report

Vauld

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+28
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project represents a known cryptocurrency lending platform (Vauld) that suspended withdrawals in 2022 and faced insolvency proceedings, constituting a major red flag regarding current utility and user safety. While the project historically achieved significant traction, the submission provided contains hyperbolic, unverifiable claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product') and lacks current operational data. The disparity between the 'everyone' reach claim and the reality of a distressed asset results in a significantly penalized score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+5.0
Audience Reach Impact+7.5
Technical Innovation+3.75
Evidence Of Traction+7.5
Market Timing Relevance+1.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+25
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+28

Project Details

Project URL
Description
You will be able to earn interest on your Bitcoin, Ethereum, and your favorite cryptocurrencies.

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