John O’Connell Published in Advisor Perspectives by VettaFi: Using AI to Create a Monte Carlo Retirement Simulation

John O'Connell wrote this bylined article for Advisor Perspectives by VettaFi, where he discusses the application of AI, specifically Claude, to generate a Monte Carlo retirement simulation. He details how he used Claude to create a retirement simulation for a hypothetical couple.

AI Chatbots: Transforming Wealth Management Through Innovation

The wealth management industry is early in the beginning of its technological transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI). AI notetakers were the technology advancement of 2024 and AI chatbots are the advancement of 2025. Find out more in this latest Peaks Perspective.

John O’Connell Featured in Financial Planning Magazine: Some Advisors Rage Against the Machine Learning

John O'Connell was quoted in this Financial Planning article about why some financial advisors are pushing back against AI adoption in the wealth management industry, noting that being uncomfortable with change does not insulate businesses from the effects of change.

John O’Connell Published in ThinkAdvisor: When AI Is Taking Notes, Beware of These 6 Types of Hallucinations

John O’Connell wrote this bylined article that was published in ThinkAdvisor, where he details six different types of hallucinations within AI note taking apps. He also covers how to spot AI hallucinations, how to confirm that AI is hallucinating, and how to safeguard your firm from hallucinations.

UNLOCKING GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: A Security-Centric Comparison of Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT

Wealth management firms handle significant amounts of personally identifiable information, and the selection of an AI solution requires careful consideration. This comprehensive analysis compares two leading AI platforms, Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, across subscription options, costs, security features, and considerations specific to financial services firms.

John O’Connell Featured in Wealth Solutions Report: AI Note Takers Help Wealth Managers: Oasis Group Study

The Oasis Group's latest research report on AI Note Takers was featured in Wealth Solutions Report. The study evaluated how six programs ­– FinMate, GReminders, Jump, Mili, Zeplyn and Zocks – covered a simulated conversation between an advisor and a married couple.