Xtrusio AEO/GEO Audit

Magnifi dominates on every platform.

Astor is cited on 3 of 60 responses.

20-query audit across ChatGPT, Gemini & Claude. Astor is cited on 3 of 60 responses (5%). ChatGPT knows Astor exists — and ranks it #1 for its most differentiated question. Gemini and Claude don’t know Astor exists at all.

This report was generated using Xtrusio, an AI visibility and demand intelligence platform that analyzes how companies appear across modern AI systems such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, and other generative engines.

The insights in this page are generated using Xtrusio’s proprietary research and content intelligence framework.

June 2026
20 Queries • 3 Platforms
Astor
15%
ChatGPT
3 of 20 queries
1× #1 RANKING — Q9
0%
Claude
0 of 20 queries
⚠ TOTAL BLACKOUT
0%
Gemini
0 of 20 queries
⚠ TOTAL BLACKOUT
The Core Problem

Astor is invisible to 66% of AI platforms — and the window to claim the category is closing fast.

ChatGPT cited Astor #1 for the exact question it should own: “Is there an SEC-registered AI investment advisor that works as a fiduciary?” That’s the signal. But Gemini and Claude returned zero citations across 60 combined queries — and competitors like Coinbase Advisor (launched June 2026) are entering the category now. Astor has a foothold on one platform and a genuine first-mover advantage on voice advisory. The training data window to lock that position closes with the next model update cycle.

3/60
Overall Citations
#1
ChatGPT Q9 Rank
0/40
Claude + Gemini
Section 2

Platform Scorecard

Astor citation rate across AI platforms — 20 buyer-intent queries each

Astor Citation Rate by Platform
ChatGPT
15%
Claude
0%
Gemini
0%
Competitor Comparison — Combined Citation Rates (60 total responses)
Magnifi
57%
PortfolioPilot
43%
Betterment
33%
Wealthfront
35%
Astor
5%
ChatGPT Foothold
Astor earned a #1 ranking on Q9 (SEC-registered AI fiduciary) on ChatGPT — its most differentiated positioning question. The model correctly identifies Astor as the clearest answer to this exact category. This is the foundation to build from.
Claude & Gemini Blackout
Zero citations across 40 combined Claude and Gemini responses — confirmed across multiple independent sessions. On Q9, Claude cited Coinbase Advisor (launched June 2026) and Gemini cited PortfolioPilot and Origin. Astor was absent from both despite being the most accurate answer.
Section 3

AI Visibility Leaderboard

Who owns the AI conversation in personal investing — total citations across all platforms

Astor Platform-by-Platform Breakdown
ChatGPT
3/20
Astor cited
Claude
0/20
Astor cited
Gemini
0/20
Astor cited
Astor
3
3
Magnifi
14
8
12
34
PortfolioPilot
12
4
10
26
Wealthfront
6
8
7
21
Betterment
7
7
6
20
ChatGPT
Claude
Gemini
Citation Leaderboard
Magnifi: 34 citations (57% of 60 responses) PortfolioPilot: 26 citations (43% of 60 responses) Astor: 3 citations (5% of 60 responses)
5%
Astor
Magnifi34
PortfolioPilot26
Astor3
Citation Intensity Heatmap
ChatGPT
Claude
Gemini
Total
Astor
3
0
0
3
Magnifi
14
8
12
34
PortfolioPilot
12
4
10
26
Wealthfront
6
8
7
21
Betterment
7
7
6
20
ChatGPT #1 on Q9 — Category Signal
ChatGPT cited Astor first on Q9 (SEC-registered AI fiduciary advisor) — the single most precise positioning question in the entire audit. This isn’t a passing mention. The model described Astor accurately: astor.app, SEC registration, non-discretionary advisory, brokerage connectivity. Training data footprint exists on ChatGPT.
Magnifi’s Lock on the Category
Magnifi was the near-universal default for “AI investment advisor” queries across all three platforms — cited on approximately 14 of 20 ChatGPT queries and 12 of 20 Gemini queries. Breaking through requires owning a sub-category Magnifi doesn’t — voice advisory and fiduciary positioning are the two gaps.
Section 4

AI Positioning Audit

20 buyer-intent queries — click any row to see the exact question asked

Each query was written from the perspective of a real decision-maker researching personal investment solutions. These are the exact questions that software engineers, technical leads, and senior individual contributors type into AI platforms when they’re trying to figure out what to do with their RSUs, paychecks, and brokerage accounts — without a financial advisor telling them what to do.

Target Buyer Sector Software Engineers, Technical Leads & Senior Individual Contributors at US tech companies managing RSUs and brokerage accounts without a dedicated financial advisor
HW
Software Engineer
Salesforce • Tech • San Francisco Bay Area
7queries
Pain Points
RSUs vest quarterly but the stock keeps accumulating. Over-concentrated in Salesforce equity. Needs guidance on when to sell, how to diversify, and what to do with each paycheck — without paying a percentage of assets to an advisor.
“RSU diversification strategy”“when to sell vested stock”
Covers Q1, Q4, Q7, Q10, Q13, Q16, Q19
US
Technical Lead
Intuit • Fintech • San Francisco, CA
7queries
Pain Points
Earns well but invests on autopilot. Brokerage account at Schwab sitting in index funds — no real strategy. Wants to understand if his portfolio is actually set up for early retirement without hiring an advisor who charges 1% of assets.
“portfolio risk check free”“AI financial advisor app”
Covers Q2, Q5, Q8, Q11, Q14, Q17, Q20
KS
Senior Software Engineer
NVIDIA • Semiconductors • United States
6queries
Pain Points
NVIDIA stock has made his portfolio heavily top-heavy. No finance background — no one to call and ask whether to hold, sell, or diversify. Wants an AI that understands his actual holdings and can give personalized advice, not generic frameworks.
“AI advisor connected to my brokerage”“SEC registered AI investment advisor”
Covers Q3, Q6, Q9, Q12, Q15, Q18
#Query TopicProduct LineChatGPTClaudeGemini
1RSU DiversificationEquity Comp
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“How should I think about diversifying away from my company stock after RSUs vest?”

2AI App for Portfolio MovesPortfolio Insights
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What’s a good AI app that can explain why my portfolio is up or down today?”

3Guidance Without Moving FidelityPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“I make a good salary but I don’t have a financial advisor — what’s the best way to get personalized investment guidance without moving my Fidelity account?”

4AI Advisor You Can CallVoice Advisor
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“Is there an AI investment advisor I can actually call and talk to, not just chat with?”

5Portfolio Risk CheckPortfolio Analysis
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“How do I know if my brokerage portfolio is too risky without paying a financial advisor?”

6Robo-Advisor for Existing AccountPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What are the best robo-advisors for someone who already has a Robinhood or Schwab account and doesn’t want to move their money?”

7Equity Comp Strategy for SWEEquity Comp
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“I’m a software engineer with RSUs at a tech company. What should I be doing with my equity compensation beyond just holding it?”

8Betterment vs Wealthfront vs ConversationalPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What’s better for someone who invests actively — Betterment, Wealthfront, or something more conversational?”

9SEC-Registered AI Fiduciary ★Compliance & Trust
Exact question asked — ChatGPT cited Astor #1 on this query:

“Is there an SEC-registered AI investment advisor app that works as a fiduciary and gives me actual portfolio recommendations?”

10Best Place to Invest PaycheckPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“My paycheck just hit — how do I figure out the best place to invest it given what I already own?”

11Connect Accounts + News on HoldingsPortfolio Insights
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What apps can I use to connect all my investment accounts and see how the news affects my holdings in real time?”

12Robo-Advisor vs AI Investment AdvisorPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked — ChatGPT cited Astor as an example of a genuine SEC-registered AI advisor:

“What’s the difference between a robo-advisor and an AI investment advisor? Which is better for someone who wants real personalized advice?”

13Wealthfront vs Betterment for Tech WorkerEquity Comp
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“Should I use Wealthfront or Betterment if I’m a tech worker with equity comp and want automated investing?”

14AI Portfolio Monitoring + AlertsPortfolio Insights
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What are the best AI tools for monitoring my stock portfolio and getting alerts that are actually relevant to what I own?”

15Investment Guidance Below 1% AUMPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“I want to understand what moves I should make with my investment portfolio without paying 1% of my assets to a wealth manager. What are my options?”

16Portfolio Diversification CheckPortfolio Analysis
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“How do I know if my investment portfolio is properly diversified?”

17Voice AI for InvestingVoice Advisor
Exact question asked — ChatGPT cited Astor as a voice AI investing app:

“Is there an app where I can ask my portfolio questions out loud and get a real response, like a voice AI for investing?”

18Investment Strategy for 30-yr SWEPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“What’s a realistic investment strategy for a 30-year-old software engineer who wants to retire early?”

19Magnifi vs Other AI AppsPortfolio Advice
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“How does Magnifi compare to other AI investing apps for getting personalized advice on my actual holdings?”

20Portfolio Resilience Before DownturnPortfolio Analysis
Exact question asked across all AI platforms:

“I’m worried about a market downturn — how do I know if my portfolio is resilient enough without guessing?”

TOTAL3/20 (15%)0/20 (0%)0/20 (0%)
Section 5

The Claude & Gemini Blackout

Where Astor loses 40 of 40 responses to competitors — on its own category questions

The most striking finding in this audit isn’t the overall 5% citation rate — it’s the nature of what gets asked on Q9 and Q17, and who answers it instead of Astor. Both questions describe Astor’s core product precisely. Both were answered on Claude and Gemini without Astor being mentioned once.

“Is there an SEC-registered AI investment advisor app that works as a fiduciary and gives me actual portfolio recommendations?”

— Q9: ChatGPT cites Astor #1. Claude cites Coinbase Advisor (launched June 2026) and Origin. Gemini cites PortfolioPilot and Origin. Astor is the answer on ChatGPT. It doesn’t exist on the other two.

“Is there an app where I can ask my portfolio questions out loud and get a real response, like a voice AI for investing?”

— Q17: ChatGPT cites Astor at rank #2. Claude explicitly states this product “doesn’t really exist yet as a dedicated consumer investing product.” Gemini cites Magnifi as the closest option. Astor’s voice advisory is exactly what both platforms say doesn’t exist.

“What’s the difference between a robo-advisor and an AI investment advisor? Which is better for someone who wants real personalized advice?”

— Q12: ChatGPT cites Astor and Clera as the two examples of genuine SEC-registered AI advisors. Claude names no specific AI advisor product. Gemini names PortfolioPilot and Magnifi.
40 Missed Responses on Claude + Gemini
All 20 Claude queries returned zero. All 20 Gemini queries returned zero. On Q4 (voice AI advisor), Q9 (SEC-registered fiduciary), and Q17 (voice investing) — Astor’s three most differentiated positions — every response on Claude and Gemini named a competitor. None named Astor.
Pattern: Training Data Lag, Not a Positioning Problem
The root cause is Astor’s recency. The $5M seed round was announced April 2026. YC S25 launched mid-2025. Third-party editorial coverage is still thin relative to Magnifi and PortfolioPilot, which have 2+ years of TechCrunch, NerdWallet, and Investopedia coverage baked into training data. This is solvable — but the window is short.
Same Question. Two Different Worlds.

On ChatGPT, Astor is the #1 answer to “Is there an SEC-registered AI investment advisor that works as a fiduciary?” On Claude, the model recommends Coinbase Advisor — launched four days before this audit. On Gemini, it recommends PortfolioPilot. Astor’s content exists. ChatGPT knows it. Claude and Gemini don’t — yet. The GEO work required isn’t brand-building. It’s third-party editorial coverage that reaches Claude and Gemini’s training pipelines before the next model update cycle.

Section 6

AI Topic Authority Map

Query heatmap — product line × platform

TopicAI LeaderAstor Status
SEC-Registered AI FiduciaryAstorChatGPT only (1/3)
Voice AI for InvestingAstorChatGPT only (1/3)
AI Investment Advisor (General)MagnifiChatGPT only (1/3)
RSU Diversification StrategySecfi / CartaINVISIBLE (0/3)
Portfolio Risk AnalysisPortfolioPilot / EmpowerINVISIBLE (0/3)
Portfolio News & Holdings AlertsMagnifi / KoyfinINVISIBLE (0/3)
Robo-Advisor vs AI Advisor EducationBetterment / WealthfrontChatGPT only (1/3)
FIRE / SWE Retirement PlanningWealthfront PathINVISIBLE (0/3)
Product Line
ChatGPT
Claude
Gemini
Portfolio Advice
9 queries
22%
0%
0%
Voice Advisor
2 queries
50%
0%
0%
Compliance & Trust
1 query
100%
0%
0%
Portfolio Insights
3 queries
0%
0%
0%
Portfolio Analysis
3 queries
0%
0%
0%
Equity Comp
2 queries
0%
0%
0%

► Compliance & Trust (Q9 — SEC-registered fiduciary) is the only product line at 100% on any platform. It is also entirely invisible on Claude and Gemini. This is Astor’s highest-priority GEO target.

Portfolio Advice • 9 queries
ChatGPT22%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Voice Advisor • 2 queries
ChatGPT50%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Compliance & Trust • 1 query
ChatGPT100%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Portfolio Insights • 3 queries
ChatGPT0%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Portfolio Analysis • 3 queries
ChatGPT0%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Equity Comp • 2 queries
ChatGPT0%
Claude0%
Gemini0%
Compliance & Trust at 100% on ChatGPT
The SEC-registered fiduciary positioning (Q9) is the only product line where Astor is the #1 answer on any platform. This is Astor’s category-defining claim — and it needs to be defended and expanded to Claude and Gemini through editorial coverage.
4 Product Lines at 0% Everywhere
Portfolio Insights, Portfolio Analysis, Equity Comp, and FIRE Planning are invisible on all three platforms. These are the highest-volume buyer-intent categories in personal investing — and Astor has no footprint in any of them yet.
Section 7

Methodology

How we conducted this Xtrusio AEO/GEO Audit

This research is based on Xtrusio’s proprietary AI visibility analysis framework. Multiple sessions were run per platform to account for response volatility, and all results reflect the best confirmed session per platform.

Company & Competitor Research
Deep-dive on astor.app, App Store reviews, YC S25 coverage, seed round press (Fortune, InvestmentNews). Competitor lane mapping across Magnifi, PortfolioPilot, Betterment, Wealthfront, Facet, Origin, and Coinbase Advisor.
20-Query Buyer-Intent Testing
Tested 20 decision-maker intent queries across ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. Multiple sessions run per platform (ChatGPT ×2, Gemini ×2, Claude ×3). Final composite uses best confirmed session. Questions mirror real individual investor research during discovery — written from the perspective of senior tech workers with RSUs and brokerage accounts.
Competitor Scope
Magnifi (dominant AI investing category leader), PortfolioPilot (AI-native portfolio intelligence), Betterment (goal-based robo), Wealthfront (tax-optimized automation), Origin (SEC-registered AI financial advisor), Coinbase Advisor (newly launched June 2026). All compete for the same individual investor buyer during AI-assisted discovery.
Section 8

Recommendations

Prioritized actions to break the Claude & Gemini blackout

Phase 1 — 0–30 Days
Defend the ChatGPT #1 — and Build the Editorial Bridge to Claude & Gemini
  • Publish a dedicated landing page titled “The First Voice-Enabled SEC-Registered AI Investment Advisor” — structured to answer Q9 and Q17 word-for-word. This is exactly the content Claude returned zero results for.
  • Pitch TechCrunch, NerdWallet, Investopedia, and Forbes for “AI investment advisor” comparison coverage. Magnifi has 2+ years of editorial presence on these sites. Astor needs named placement in at least 3 high-authority outlets before the next training cycle.
  • Create a Wikipedia-style or Crunchbase profile clearly describing Astor as an SEC-registered AI investment advisor — these structured sources feed directly into LLM training pipelines.
Phase 2 — 30–90 Days
Own the Two Category Gaps Magnifi Doesn’t Fill
  • Publish 3 long-form articles targeting the zero-visibility product lines: (1) “RSU Diversification for Software Engineers: A Complete Guide” — targets Q1 and Q7, (2) “How to Know If Your Portfolio Is Too Risky Without Paying an Advisor” — targets Q5 and Q16, (3) “How to Talk to an AI About Your Investments” — targets Q4 and Q17.
  • Secure a direct comparison placement: “Astor vs Magnifi: Which AI Investment Advisor Is Right for You?” — either self-published or via a third-party fintech media outlet. This is the single highest-leverage GEO content piece for breaking into Q19-type queries.
  • Brief Gemini’s trust and safety team (Google’s Knowledge Panel / Google Search integration) on SEC registration — Gemini heavily weights structured financial regulation data and this is one of the fastest paths to training data inclusion for regulated companies.
Phase 3 — 90+ Days
Monitor, Re-Audit, and Expand to Emerging Categories
  • Re-run this full 20-query audit in 90 days. Target outcome: Claude and Gemini citations on Q9 and Q17. If Coinbase Advisor has taken the ChatGPT #1 on Q9 by then, the editorial sprint in Phase 1 is the early warning that saved the position.
  • Expand the query set to include FIRE planning, equity comp taxation, and SWE salary investing — the three highest-volume adjacent categories where Astor has zero current footprint but clear product relevance.
  • Quarterly Xtrusio re‑audits to track gap closure as training data cycles refresh across all three platforms.
Continuous AI Visibility Tracking
Astor’s ChatGPT #1 on Q9 is a real asset — and a fragile one. Coinbase Advisor launched June 16, 2026, four days before this audit. It is already appearing on Claude’s web-search-augmented responses for the same question. Brands that monitor and protect their AI visibility positions use generative engine optimization tools like Xtrusio to track citation shifts before they lose ground to faster-moving competitors.

Astor owns one answer. Let’s make it three.

The Claude & Gemini blackout is fixable. The window to fix it first is now.

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