Proof of Usefulness Report

Wish

Analysis completed on 2/14/2026

+560
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Wish is a globally recognized e-commerce platform with massive historical traction and reach, satisfying the 'Much larger scale' calibration (>400). However, the project submission is of extremely low quality (vague claims, lack of specific data), which heavily penalizes the Quality Factors. While the real-world utility and audience reach are undeniable, the platform's market timing is currently challenged by competitors like Temu, and its technical innovation was not substantiated in the text. The score reflects a legacy giant with verified scale, dragged down by a poor submission and declining market relevance.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+170.0
Audience Reach Impact+190.0
Technical Innovation+52.5
Evidence Of Traction+157.5
Market Timing Relevance+30.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+602.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.93
Final Score+560

Project Details

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Description
Wish is a mobile e-commerce platform that connects millions of consumers with the widest selection of products delivered directly to their doors. Our vision is to unlock ecommerce for the underserved by giving everyone access to the most affordable and convenient shopping experience on the planet. Wish is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices around the world.

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