Proof of Usefulness Report

WAVR

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+196
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

WAVR (Wide Awake VR) is a legitimate healthcare technology company providing VR solutions for patient management during 'wide awake' surgery (WALANT). External verification confirms the company has raised seed funding (~$250k-$450k), generates revenue, and has clinical utility (reducing opioid use/anxiety). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone') and lacking specific data. The score balances the high potential utility and verified existence of the startup with severe penalties for the submission's lack of integrity and detail.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+200.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+105.0
Evidence Of Traction+25.0
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+382.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.51
Final Score+196

Project Details

Project URL
Description
WAVRis in the Healthcare IT Industry

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