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Receipt ‘Banking’ Once More? | Accounting Tech News and Updates
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34:14In this episode of ‘Digi-Tools in Accrual World’ - sponsored by Advancetrack Outsourcing - hosts Indi and Ryan bring you the latest news from the accounting tech space, with a big slant on fintech news this week, with Dext’s step into the fintech world with their Airwallex partnership, a major KYC misstep from Monzo, and Adfin shake a leg with DD p…
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Won't Someone Think of The Juniors?! || Accounting Tech News
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31:40THE accounting tech news round-up! Still at full strength again this week’s episode - Sponsored by FreeAgent - the Digital Disruptors crew (Ryan, Indi & John) cover a packed episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World – and there’s no shortage of opinion. Headlines this week: - The Big Four slash graduate intake – has AI killed the accounting career lad…
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Xero's Time to Shine in The US? || Accounting Tech News
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54:51We’ve got the band back together! After a run of solo gigs, Ryan, John and Indi reunite for a full-cast episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World – and just in time. This week - sponsored by iplicit - we’re riffing on Xero’s $2.5 billion acquisition of Melio, their biggest US push to date. But is this bold play a strategic masterstroke or just another…
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The Latest in Accounting Tech: Employment Hero, Active Workpapers and... CCH iFirm?!
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41:49This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World - sponsored by FYI - we’re diving deep into the latest fintech news, with a close-up on the tools and platforms redefining the tech stack for accountants. From HMRC compliance and accounting tech consolidation to next-gen workflows and AI-powered innovation, we unpack how firms are adapting - and what’s comi…
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Will AI Replace Accountants? It May Already Be Happening…
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44:44AI for Accountants Is Getting Real – Are You Ready? This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we’re looking at what might be the most significant tech shift the accounting profession has ever faced. AI agents are no longer just theory. Sage, QuickBooks, Karbon and others are now rolling out tools that automate accounting and bookkeeping workflows -…
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But What Has AI *Actually* Done For Us? | AI Adoption & Accountant News This Week
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50:11In this week’s Digi-Tools in Accrual World - sponsored by Xledger, we ask the big question: What has AI actually done for us? ...Well so far anyway. How are accountants and bookkeepers actually using these tools to make their work and lives better? From smarter tax tools to automated audit prep, the answer might surprise you. Tune in for real-world…
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Show me the money! Sage vs Xero Results || PLUS Accounting Tech News
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34:18In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we break down the biggest stories in accounting tech and fintech news. Sage posts a 16% profit increase, with 97% of revenue now recurring—what does this mean for cloud-based adoption in the UK? Meanwhile, Xero reports an impressive 23% revenue growth in FY25 and launches ‘Pay by Bank’ to streamline p…
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Sage, QuickBooks, iplicit & TrueLayer Making Power Moves | AI, MTD & £10bn Payments || Accounting Tech & Fintech News
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23:56This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we’re unpacking the biggest headlines in accounting tech news — from game-changing AI features to major payments milestones and strategic acquisitions shaking up the UK accounting software space. 🔍 Top stories: Sage Intacct launches powerful AI-driven period close tools for mid-market firms QuickBooks rolls…
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The One After Accountex || Accounting Tech & Fintech News
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32:34No break for us at Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we we’re back straight after Accountex to cover the biggest developments in accounting tech news and fintech innovation fresh off the back of Accountex 2025. Headlines: •TaxCalc acquires Engager in a bold play to power up its practice management suite. •Bright snaps up TimeKeeper to bolster its payrol…
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Accountants (Apparently) Optimistic About The Future || Accounting Tech News
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1:07:16In this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast, we jump back int the latest accounting tech news. trends and updates, including Xero and QuickBooks integrations, revenue and profit growth statistics, and the impact of automation and AI. Join us as we explore new research from Credence Research, the market valuation of the small business…
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The AIgents are coming! || Plus all the latest tech news from the accounting world
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49:20In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we discuss the rapid advancements in AI and their impact on the accounting profession, looking at an insightful report by LinkedIn predicting that 70% of workforce skills will be replaced by AI within five years, and touch on the significant replacement of the bookkeeping workforce. Updates and innova…
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"Compliance is dead"...and in other news, 3 cloud compliance tools receive major updates.
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35:41In this episode, we unpack the latest in accounting tech news and fintech developments for UK firms and beyond. We kick off with OpenTax’s new feature for tracking corporation tax deadlines — a smart move for firms managing multiple client obligations. Then it’s over to Wolters Kluwer’s long-awaited cloud tools rollout, where existing customers fac…
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The Cloud Revolution Will Not Be Televised - It'll Be Streamed
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38:20Digi-Tools in Accrual World - The place for accounting tech news! In this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast by Digital Disruptors, we discuss the nuanced landscape of CEO salaries, with a special focus on gender biases and the contrast between different markets. We take a closer look at MHA's IPO, exploring their growth strategies …
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Great SaaS updates. Maybe the greatest ever. Tremendous Features – Everyone’s Talking About Them. Beautiful.
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49:25Welcome to the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast - your place for accounting tech news! This episode is sponsored by FYI, the new practice management challenger, John and Ryan bravely soldier on without Indi to keep them in line. They dive deep into Xero's new API-like MCPs, discuss the eye-watering $2.2 billion valuation of Penny Lane, and share…
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It's tax, Jim, but not as we know it... || PLUS App News and FreeAgent
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34:12In this episode, we chat about Indie’s hollibobs, the exciting space venture by FreeAgent, and mind-blowing AI tools in the accounting world - sponsored by Employment Hero. Plus, we'll dive into some juicy app news on Xero and discuss the intriguing launch of Vinyl’s private beta and iplicit’s client manager. Hold on tight as we geek out over Jack …
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License to Bill: Corporate Espionage & App News Drama! (+ FreeAgent)
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37:50This episode of the Digitals and Accrual World Podcast is a rollercoaster ride through the latest, juiciest app news. From Rippling's 50-page lawsuit against Deel alleging corporate espionage (yes, we said SPY!) to groundbreaking updates from Xero, Access Group, Bright Pay, and FreeAgent, there's enough drama to rival a Hollywood thriller. Plus, di…
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DAS Special || Dan Cockerton, App News, FreeAgent ||
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37:15Join us for this special DAS episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World - with the inside scoop from Dan Cockerton on the sale of the show, latest integrations from FreeAgent and the very latest in AI and App Accounting News. A perfect companion for your train / plane / drive to Battersea! 00:00 Coming Up 01:02 Welcome back! App News 04:17 📍 Digits d…
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The Long, Relentless March Towards MTD || App News + FreeAgent
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1:01:25Making Tax Digital is back on everyone’s radar as we chat to Tony from FreeAgent and hear some of the highlights from John’s chats at FAB, with Tom Herbert, Jenesys, FYI. Love it or loathe it - MTD is coming. Outside of the fascinating world of MTD, we have the usual updates in App News, including Indi’s analysis on embedded finance. 00:00 Coming U…
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Rules help us control the fun! || App News + ApprovalMax
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45:42In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World is all about control. Controls for accelerating - not slowing - a scaling business, DOGE clampdowns, visits to Westminster and making the bold choice to identify as a person with hair. Ever thought implementing controls would slow your biz down? Think again! 00:00 Coming Up 01:28 Welcome to Digi-Tools …
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Solve ‘efficiency’… then what? || Plus App News - Sponsored by Xledger
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27:38As the end of Q1 is in sight, we start to question what can be achieved once the baseline goal of increasing efficiency is solved? Indi shares her view on the one-person, AI-powered Unicorn and Alex Kesselman talks about how ApprovalMax has evolved from it’s core ‘approvals’ fortress in response to customers developing needs. As ever, we have all t…
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AI-Powered Fraud and Slow Burn ESG - The latest in Fintech, AI, and Accounting Tech
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24:24Welcome to another exciting episode of Digitals in Accrual World! This week, we're dissecting the latest tech updates in the accounting world. FreeAgent introduces property ownership splitting for the MTD rollout, GoCardless partners with Form3 to enhance BACS payment connectivity, Link My Books joins the Visma family, and Ignition debuts auto-pric…
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Leading a Misled Generation... Are We Guiding Gen Z/A Properly? PLUS App News and XLedger
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45:24Get ready to dive back into the world of tech in accounting with the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast! In this episode, the team tackles everything from e-invoicing and how it's revolutionising the industry (or not), to the Sage Copilot data blunder that even got America's attention. We've got updates from Xero, memorable moments from mid-market…
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The Skills The Profession Is Crying Out For - FTTP Pt 2 || PLUS APP NEWS + ESG Reporting from Xledger
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44:17In this episode of Digi Tools in Accrual World we discuss the evolving skills required in today's AI-driven environment, focusing on the importance of retaining human advisory roles amidst technological disruption. We hear from more of the though leaders at the Finance Takes the Piste event - including though from Alastair Barlow, Krissy Chapleo, G…
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Insights from 'Finance Takes The Piste' 2025 Pt 1 - PLUS Which AI model is best for your practice?
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47:54Welcome back, digital disruptors! In this explosive episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast, we take AI models head-to-head to see which one might best for accountants in practice ChatGPT Deepseek Claude Perplexity We’ve also got the latest App News and exclusive inside gossip and insights from the recent Finance Takes the Piste ski trip…
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The Beautiful Story... of Accounting Tech
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28:57In this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast we cover the recent shocking acquisition of Bench and what it means for AI in bookkeeping, Ryan Pearcy's gets his Jackanory on with the rest of App News Plus, hear about Capitalise's game-changing collaboration with Plaid, the new automation marvel 'With Otto,' and Pete Hucker from Xledger …
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Government 'helping' in Tech and Business... useful, or not?
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18:12We dive into App News with multiple stories coming from the Government - but will their involvement help or hinder business and tech? Still missing our third wheel, John Toon, Ryan and Indi bring you a shorter, but perfectly formed update from the world of accounting tech. 00:00 Coming Up 01:43 Intro App News ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 04:23 UK AI Growth Pl…
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Multi Entities, Cold Showers (and John’s still gone)
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22:47Easing back into the year, Ryan and Indi tackle the usual latest App News, the shift towards multi-entity and intercompany accounting, the latest in accounting AI with Truewind’s $13M Series A funding, and how businesses can now bid goodbye to AvaTax on Shopify Plus. Also, find out about the cool new tools from Translucent, Active Workpapers, and B…
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Welcome back to Digi-Tools in Accrual World for 2025! While John is away globetrotting, Indi and Ryan look over the latest accounting tech news which broke over the turn of the year. From new App Store releases to old pricing problems - this is the perfect way to kick off your accounting tech awareness for 2025. 00:00 Coming up…. 01:48 Intro App Ne…
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Welcome to the future, tech enthusiasts! Start 2025 on the right foot with our mystic meg themed episode, as John and Ryan reveal their predictions for 2025. Wondering if Access will keep us guessing with their acquisitions, or if Sage open their war chest again? Curious about the AI renaissance, open banking's comeback, and the dawn of Cloud 3.0? …
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AI Assistants, Acquisitions & Christmas Chaos: 2024 in Review!
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40:42AI Assistants, Acquisitions & Christmas Chaos: 2024 in Review! Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! Welcome to the Christmas Day special of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast! In this festive retrospective episode, our tech-focused trio dives into the biggest highlights of 2024, from AI advancements and major acquisitions to payroll innovatio…
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The Underbelly of Accounting? || App News / Grace Hardy / AdvanceTrack
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58:48In this week’s episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we jump headfirst into the latest accounting technology and app news, covering everything from rumours of Visma's potential IPO to Odoo’s skyrocketing valuation. Grace Hardy joins us to share her bold journey as a 21-year-old accounting entrepreneur making waves on TikTok and beyond, tackling s…
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"AI is the answer… but I’ve forgotten the question" || PLUS App News, Fintech Acquisitions and AdvanceTrack
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47:09Welcome back to another exciting episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World! This week, we share into the hottest news in the fintech world, from the big Dext-Iris acquisition bombshell to fresh releases from Sage, Datamolino, and Fathom. And guess what? We've got Joe Lines from Nook spilling the beans on Nook’s acquisition of Modulr. Plus, we tackle t…
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The Real Impacts of AI in Practice || App News + AdvanceTrack
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56:05Welcome to today's 'Digi-Tools in Accrual World' episode and this week we’re looking at the real impacts of AI on practice and the labour market. In App News we look at Xero extending classic invoicing, Agicap's €45 million funding, and the fall in demand for freelance jobs due to AI. Ruben from Briefcase shares exciting insights on making accounti…
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Boomer or Bust - The quirks of a generational shift in practice ownership || PLUS App News ||
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55:20Join us in today's episode of 'Digi-Tools in Accrual World' as we dive into the latest buzz in the accounting tech industry! From Nook's acquisition by Modulr and FreeAgent's updated smart capture functionality to TrueLayer's big layoffs – we've got all the juicy details. Lucy Cohen spills the beans on Mazuma's bold acquisition plans and the challe…
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Acquisitions, Banking & Canines | PLUS App News
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40:19In this episode of 'Digi-Tools in Accrual World,' we dive into the latest news and trends while embracing the chaos! From monstrous acquisitions by Thomson Reuters, Simpro, Bright, and Access Group to the nostalgic nod to Excel's 40th birthday, this episode is packed with industry insights. Don't miss our deep dive into the rise of Finfluencers and…
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It's all about relationships... isn't it? || PLUS App News, Allica Bank, FreeAgent - sponsored by XLedger
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51:25In this episode of the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast, brought to you by The Digital Disruptors and sponsored by XLedger, we dive headfirst into the cutthroat world of business advisory - who has the edge, accountants or business coaches? The word on the street is banks may have lost their mojo with accountants, prompting a wild 47% to feel as…
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£9 Billion Missing for UK SMEs - PLUS App News, Dan Cockerton and Johann Goree
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1:04:23The £9 Billion Missing for UK SMEs - PLUS App News, Dan Cockerton and Johann Goree Join John, Ryan, and Indi as they review John’s creepy merch ideas, find out how SMEs are missing out on billions and share the latest app news, including updates from Adsum, Modulr, FreeAgent, and Firmcheck. Hear about Tide's strategic acquisition, Acumatica's new r…
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Riding the Digital Transformation Wave with Eriona Bajrakurtaj PLUS App News and more!
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44:01Join us for another laugh-filled yet insightful episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World from the Digital Disruptors! We cover the latest in accounting tech, featuring Caseware's AiDA digital assistant, Summa Tech's snazzy onboarding upgrades, and Dext's new approval functions. Plus, hear from the unstoppable Eriona Bajrakurtaj at her Volt launch, pr…
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Why (Some) Firms are Implementing New Services Badly… Kayleigh Graham
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1:02:09In this episode, we’re joined by Kayleigh Graham from Telleroo, who’s here to drop some serious knowledge bombs on scaling payments services, avoiding app disasters, and how not to detail your digital transformation. Kayleigh also gives her take on the 'influencer' debate which has continued since the Digital Disruptor Awards in September. We also …
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What do you get when you cross a pitch slapper and a Digital Deity?
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1:00:14Welcome to another thrilling episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World —the podcast where accounting meets tech trends, professional updates, and occasionally funny banter. In this episode, we’re blending personal milestones, with global business expansions, Intuit's shiny new enterprise suite, and the lowdown on fresh Xero apps like Cone Practice Man…
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How You Can Help Shape The Future Of Accounting - Heather Smith
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1:04:41We’ve got the juiciest app news with the iconic Xero snapping up Syft Analytics, Starling Bank's shocking customer checks, and Apron serving up security enhancements like it's going out of style. We talk with Heather Smith dishing about travel, ACCA elections and the rise of accounting influencers. From modern ERP insights with Matt at iPlicit to J…
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Jon Gaunt and Aaron Patrick on their Digital Disruptor Awards + App News and mildly offensive accents
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29:58Welcome to another episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World! This episode is jam-packed with award-winning geniuses, boundary-pushing fintech updates, and some seriously controversial banter. Apron is now FCA authorised, Employment Hero has revamped its packages, and Karbon’s new marketplace is shaking things up! Join John, Ryan, and the crew as they…
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Post-awards comedown with teabags and magnesium – The Wild World of Accounting Tech!
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42:29Sore heads after the Digital Disruptor Awards (or anticipated sore heads. It’s like Back to The Future) This episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast has it all! From the aftermath of our mind-blowing awards night to the mysteries of magnesium on feet (yes, you read that right). Indi experiments with deep sleep tactics, while Ryan clowns arou…
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Welcome back to ‘Digi-Tools in Accrual World’ - the best place to stay up to speed on the world of finance, tech and accounting. This episode we debate whether accountants and bookkeepers are leading the charge with AI, laugh about John's beer subscription dilemma, and discuss the magic of Indi’s vegan pies. Plus, we geek out over Xero's latest upd…
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Digital Disruptor Awards, App News, and Scandalous Show Shenanigans!
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1:03:52In this full-throttle episode of 'Digi-Tools in Accrual World,' hosts Ryan Pearcy, John Toon and Indi Tatla, dive into the latest happenings and app news in the UK digital accountancy space. From the chilling tales of the North, magnesium foot rubs for better sleep, to rubbing vitamins into bald heads for that 'shiny and glossy' look, we’ve got it …
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Cry me a River - Digital Disruptor Awards Tickets are on sale! || PLUS App News and some nonsense about a tent
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33:41Back again with another pod and the latest App News from the accounting tech space - including everything from the much-anticipated Digital Disruptor Awards to the latest updates from Xero, QuickBooks, and more. Ryan juggles the chaos of a newborn, while John reminisces about tent life and questionable camping experiences - in stark contrast to Ind…
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Digital Disruptor Awards, AI to CREATE jobs?! and a class-clash on holidays || PLUS Employment Hero
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52:12The Digital Disruptors are back again (mostly) with another update on all things cloud accounting. As we navigate the holiday madness, new tech debuts, recruitment Tinder and a plethora of “plethoras” - we’re asking for your support in nominating the great and good of the UK accounting tech scene. Nominations for the Digital Disruptor Awards close …
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Fintech Fraud - Too Fast, Too Furious || PLUS App News and Employment Hero
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1:01:15Are Fintechs moving too fast to keep cybercriminals out? This time we’re talking compliance! And not your boring, garden variety compliance (although Indi probably has some of that on the grounds somewhere). No, the kind that leaves the door open for some cockwomble in a server dungeon to steal tens of thousands of pounds if it’s not done properly.…
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AI Practice Tools and John's Leaky Aura - PLUS Employment Hero
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49:34We quickly avoid Indi’s bunker to get the latest news in the accounting tech space for disruptors involved in digital transformation. We also bring you a session from the Digital Digest - with a deep dive into practical AI tools for your accounting or bookkeeping practice. Kevin Fitzgerald returns to chat about the huge opportunity in Outsourced Pa…
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Will AI eat bookkeepers' breakfasts? PLUS Xerocon recap, App News and Employment Hero Blooper
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1:08:41Wrapping up the events-season, we recap Xerocon and the Engage conference, as well as hearing from Kevin Fitzgerald at Employment Hero about their recent comms FUBAR, the usual App News and part two of Celso Pinto's revealing interview! In this jam-packed episode, John Toon, Indi Tatla and Ryan Pearcy catch up on their latest misadventures at Engag…
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