Proof of Usefulness Report

XDigit

Analysis completed on 2/27/2026

+535
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

XDigit is a verified French semiconductor design house (est. 2017) with significant real-world utility in ASICs and mixed-signal circuits. External validation confirms high-value partnerships (e.g., SEALSQ for quantum/sub-7nm solutions) and active Research Tax Credit (CIR) status. However, the submission itself was of poor quality, containing vague claims ('everyone', 'most people') and ambiguous financial data ('marketcap: 2500000', likely referencing revenue or capital in EUR). Despite the lazy submission, the underlying business is a solid 'Hard Tech' B2B enterprise with verified traction, justifying a score higher than a standard media brand but penalized for lack of transparent audience data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+200.0
Audience Reach Impact+30.0
Technical Innovation+127.5
Evidence Of Traction+150.0
Market Timing Relevance+90.0
Functional Completeness+10.0
Subtotal+607.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+535

Project Details

Project URL
xdigit.fr
Description
Founded in 2017, Xdigit is a French "Design House" specializing in ASICs, custom ICs, and IP design, with expertise in analog and mixed-signal circuits, power management, sensor interfaces, and image sensor design. We support our clients across the entire value chain, from custom IC design (analog/digital/mixed) to embedded systems and connected devices. Our services also include low-level software development, focusing on applications such as wireless communication, audio-visual, and security for connected objects. With design centers in Grenoble and Aix-en-Provence, we support our clients through technical assistance, ensuring seamless integration and successful project outcomes. Trusted across sectors like IoT, consumer electronics, and industrial applications, our solutions are tailored to meet the highest standards of precision, efficiency, and performance. Our services : • In House Support: Outsourcing your projects on our premises and carrying out your projects on our infrastructure • Outsourced Support: Technical Assistance on your premises to strengthen your teams • Mixed Support: We adapt our support to your needs to meet your projects and schedules Xdigit has obtained CIR approval for the period 2023 - 2025, allowing our customers to benefit from the Research Tax credit on all R&D services carried out by Xdigit.

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