Proof of Usefulness Report

zephr.xyz

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+530
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Zephr.xyz is a verified, VC-backed startup with significant government contracts ($1.7M) and seed funding ($3.5M). They offer a high-utility software solution for GNSS accuracy. However, the submission itself contained nonsense data ('marketcap: 50000', 'most people have used my product'), requiring independent verification to establish the project's true value. The score reflects the high potential of the technology and verified traction, balanced against the poor quality of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+90
Real World Utility Quality+1.5
Audience Reach Impact+60
Audience Reach Impact Quality+1
Technical Innovation+90
Technical Innovation Quality+1.5
Evidence Of Traction+75
Evidence Of Traction Quality+1
Market Timing Relevance+85
Market Timing Relevance Quality+1
Functional Completeness+10
Response Quality Quality+0.5
Subtotal+492.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.077
Final Score+530

Project Details

Project URL
zephr.xyz
Description
Zephr powers next-generation location-based solutions by significantly improving the accuracy and resiliency of GNSS on mobile devices by enabling nearby devices to work together. Zephr’s SDK and supporting cloud APIs allow a network of mobile phones to compute and share corrections that dramatically improve location performance for AdTech, AR, mobility, logistics, insurance, gaming and mapping. The team behind Zephr is composed of a seasoned group of startup veterans with multiple successful exits, and PhDs with a unique set of sophisticated computational skills and business acumen. Zephr is backed by a coalition of top-tier venture capital firms and research labs with deep expertise in PNT technologies.

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