Proof of Usefulness Report

Yobe Inc.

Analysis completed on 2/14/2026

+230
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Yobe Inc. presents a high-potential technology for voice isolation in noisy environments ('cocktail party problem'), backed by credible founders. However, the submission quality is critically low, containing unverifiable hyperbole ('most people have used my product') and confusing financial data ('marketcap' listed as revenue). While the technical innovation and market timing scores are strong, the project is heavily penalized for lack of verifiable traction evidence and poor response quality. The score reflects a 'Small but promising' venture hampered by unreliable self-reported data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+105.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+78.0
Evidence Of Traction+12.5
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+288
Usefulness Multiplierx0.8
Final Score+230

Project Details

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Description
Yobe is the leading team of experts for intelligent control by voice. Our software empowers brands with sophisticated voice interactions that work in the wild. We believe – when done well – voice can fundamentally change how we live and work. When the stakes are high, getting it right is the ultimate feat of strength. Purpose-built for live crowds and noisy environments, our software is able to identify and decode human voice through “attentive listening.” For the first time, our technology solves for crosstalk, correctly identifying which user is talking and eliminating disruptions to the interaction. This allows brands to give users control in any situation, from ordering at a kiosk in a noisy restaurant to streamlining workflows in data centers. Based on teachings of the human auditory system, our technology not only hears better than anything else, it can also extract other biological markers for an added layer of meaning. We also help leading brands capture and retain the commercial value in their voice data. Yobe was founded in 2016 by Army veteran and serial entrepreneur Ken Sutton and Dr. Hamid Nawab, foremost PhD in signal processing and machine perception. Yobe is proudly based in Boston, Massachusetts. To learn more and work with us on your next voice experience, please visit: yobeinc.com/. Yobe. The next era of voice.

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