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Digi-Tools In Accrual World

Indi Tatla, Ryan Pearcy, John Toon

The go-to place for all things cloud accounting and digital. Find out the latest in accounting app news and exclusive interviews with cloud pioneers in the accounting industry.

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39:22

Xero Data Wars, FloQast AI, and Are Chatbots are...

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2026/01/19

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, Ryan and Indi dive into the start of 2026 with a breakdown of the biggest accounting tech news and fintech news hitting the market.The conversation headlines with Xero’s major platform shift, moving to usage-based pricing and restricting API data for AI training. Is this a move for security or a strategy to build a "walled garden"? The hosts also explore the rising "slop" in accounting books caused by generalist AI chatbots, with new data from Dext

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39:41

The First "AI CFO", Intuit’s Suite Overhaul, and 2026...

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2026/01/12

Welcome back to Digi-Tools in Accrual World! We are kicking off 2026 with a packed episode of accounting tech news and fintech news to help you navigate the year ahead. Join John Toon, Ryan Pearcy, and Indi Tatla as they look at the latest launches, from the world's first "AI CFO" to major platform updates from the industry giants. Plus, the team breaks down bold predictions for the profession - is the manual month-end close dead? In this episode, we cover: Nume Launch: We analyse the release of

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39:46

2025 Year in Review: 2025's Biggest Accounting Tech &...

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2025/12/30

Join Indi, Ryan, John and Leigh for the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Year-End Special - sponsored by Advancetrack.In this episode, the team gathers in the studio to wrap up a massive year in accounting tech news. We break down the most controversial and exciting stories of 2025, from Xero and QuickBooks Online introducing strict usage caps to the explosion of fintech news surrounding AI agents and automated ledgers. We also cover major acquisitions, including the TaxCalc and Engager merger, and

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50:26

Developer Pushback, GoCardless Sold, Copilot...

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2025/12/22

In this episode of Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we break down a massive fortnight of news in the accounting tech ecosystem. From leadership changes at the top of the UK’s biggest platforms to the "unbundling" of SaaS pricing, we analyse the strategic moves that will define 2026.The Big Xero Shift: The team reacts to the continued fallout from Xero’s new API pricing model and the news that Alex von Schirmeister is stepping down to join Nomentia. We discuss whether Xero is moving away from

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23:47

Thomson Reuters' AI Audit, Xero JAX & The 2029...

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2025/12/15

This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, John Toon joins Indi from Las Vegas to unpack a massive week in accounting tech.We cover Thomson Reuters' major move to integrate their PPC methodology with AI audit partners like Trullion and Fieldguide. We also break down Xero's two biggest announcements: the "JAX" powered automated bank reconciliation that learns from your history, and a complete overhaul of the dashboard into a "financial command center". Plus, we discuss the confirmation of a "soft

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34:51

Xero API Pricing, App Awards & The "Function Creep"...

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2025/12/08

This week on Digi-Tools in Accrual World, we dive deep into the biggest accounting tech news of the week. Indi is joined by accounting tech veteran Leigh Stallard to break down the "spicy" new tiered pricing model for the Xero API - a move that could change the landscape for Xero's ecosystem.We discuss whether this is a strategic defensive play or a barrier to innovation. Plus, we cover MIMO's new AI Associate for month-end automation, TaxCalc’s unique hybrid cloud announcement, and FreeAgent’s

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40:10

Curve’s £120m exit, TaxPad’s return and Expensify’s...

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2025/12/02

The Taxfiler founders are back with TaxPad, a new compliance suite for smaller firms, but will accountants trust them after the sale to Iris? Ryan and Indi discuss the market’s cautious reaction and whether a commitment to not sell is enough .This week's accounting tech news: Fintech Exits: Lloyds Banking Group acquires Curve for £120m—less than half of what the fintech raised—marking a sobering reality for valuations. Meanwhile, US spend management platform Ramp hits a massive $32bn valuation. AI

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45:00

PwC’s AI audit bet, Intuit's agent army and the rise...

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2025/11/24

Is the audit profession under threat from AI? Ryan and Indi discuss a viral discussion sparked by a graduate questioning if they should accept a Big Four internship given PwC's heavy investment in AI audits.The hosts discuss whether automation will replace juniors or simply change the nature of the work. Also - this week in accounting tech news: Intuit and OpenAI: Intuit announces a strategic partnership with OpenAI to power new AI agents across Credit Karma and TurboTax. Digits' Bold Claim: The

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47:32

Firms planning to spend big on AI || Accounting Tech...

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2025/11/17

John Toon and Indi speed-run a huge week in accounting tech news, and the theme is clear: AI. New research suggests half of UK firms are planning £100k+ AI investments, and the vendors are delivering.This week's fintech news covers Adfin's new "Autopilot" AI credit controller that writes and sends chasers, Bill.com's "touchless" AI agents, and Thomson Reuters' move into agentic AI for tax and audit. Plus, Dwayne Jackson is back. The founder of Kashflow and Staffology has launched Sodium, a new

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51:06

AI Agents, Cloud Moves & Channel Strategy: Unpacking...

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2025/11/12

The Accounting Tech landscape is shifting under our feet. This week, we're breaking down the major strategic moves from the industry's biggest players and what it really means for your app, your ecosystem, and your channel strategy. We dive deep into the new AI in Accounting arms race, with Intuit launching its new AI Agents and even HMRC rolling out Copilot. Meanwhile, the giants are making moves. We explore the launch of Sage's next-gen X3 platform and ask the question: Is Sage50 really

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50:30

Cyber Threats, Smart Reports and AI Sustainability...

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2025/11/03

Welcome to the Digi-Tools in Accrual World Podcast, your essential update on UK Accounting Tech News and Fintech News! This week, Ryan Pearcy and John Toon discuss the strategies shaking up the software world and the latest app updates you need to know about. First, Ryan speaks with Ben Carter, Product Director for the Small Business Division at Access. Ben shares the vision behind integrating products like Unleashed, MintSoft, and Tradify. He explains their mission to deliver "value in seven

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56:19

Amazon Shrugged || Accounting Tech News

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2025/10/27

This week on the Digi-Tools in Accrual World we share the latest updates in accounting and fintech news. We kick off with insights on the recent Digital Disruptor Awards and plans for next year’s event. App News segment covers big names like Iris Software, Telleroo, Xero, and Monzo, with notable updates on faster payments, MTD tools, and AI-driven solutions. We explore evolving payroll systems, the impact of AI on product development, and integrating multi-functional solutions to streamline

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38:03

Taxpayers Turn to AI | MTD for Landlords & The Hidden...

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2025/10/20

Get your weekly fix of accounting tech news and fintech news with Digi-Tools in Accrual World. This week, we uncover a shocking new trend: over half of taxpayers are now using AI to prepare their tax returns, but are they ignoring the risks? We debate whether this is an opportunity or a threat for accounting professionals.Next, we explore a critical topic for accountants: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. Stu from FreeAgent joins us to explain their unique approach of segregating landlord and

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45:32

AI Agents Take Over Excel, Karbon & Sage | Dext on...

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2025/10/13

Welcome back to Digi-Tools in Accrual World, your weekly source for the latest accounting tech news and fintech news! This week, Indi and Ryan dive into a massive wave of AI innovation sweeping the industry.The AI revolution is here! We break down Microsoft's game-changing "Agent Mode" for Excel, which promises to automate complex data analysis and reporting tasks. In other huge app news, Karbon has acquired the AI platform Aider to supercharge its practice management capabilities, and Sage is

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55:39

The Rise of AI Agents, Digits Focus & UK vs AU Tech...

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2025/10/06

This episode is sponsored by Advancetrack, the go-to outsourcing and podsourcing specialists to help build capacity for your practice.This week's accounting tech news is dominated by the rapid rise of Accounting AI agents! We take a first look at the US-based “Digits” platform and its AI-powered general ledger, which claims to auto-categorise up to 97% of transactions. We also explore Adsum's new 'Agent Mode' for data interrogation and automated reminders , and discuss how the profession is

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66:56

FreeAgent's Next Moves: Deep Dive on CIS, AI & New...

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2025/09/29

This week, the Digi-Tools in Accrual World podcast brings you front-row access to the biggest news in UK accounting tech! We're fresh from an "insane week" hosting the Digital Disruptor Awards and we're recapping all the winners and highlights from the must-attend event. Then, in a special takeover episode, we hand the mic to FreeAgent for an exclusive review into their product roadmap and award-winning strategy. Staff Product Manager Stu McEwan joins us to pull back the curtain on: Strategic

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48:53

Artifact AI's Debut, iplicit's Cin7 Deal & Zoho's MTD...

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2025/09/22

Ryan and Indi are back with your weekly dose of accounting tech news and fintech news, headlined by the launch of a new AI-native accounting platform set to challenge the established players - this episode sponsored by Content Snare.The big story this week is the emergence of Artifact AI, an "agentic AI accountant" backed by a $4 million seed round from Andreessen Horowitz. Is this the beginning of the end for traditional ledgers? Ryan, who has been advising the company, shares his inside take on

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47:54

Xerocon Reaction: Xero's AI Superagent, QuickBooks...

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2025/09/15

Indi and Ryan are back with the latest accounting tech news and fintech news, leading with their in-depth Xerocon reaction. Tickets to the Digital Disruptor Awards are now available: https://digitaldisruptorawards2025.eventbrite.co.uk In this episdoe, sponsored by Tugger, Xero has unveiled its new AI "Financial Superagent," an evolution of JAX. But is it a game-changer or a disappointment? The hosts dive deep into the announcement, discussing the agent's capabilities for providing insights rather

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48:16

AI-Powered Accounting Tech | Key Updates from Oracle,...

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2025/09/08

Stay ahead with the latest accounting tech news and fintech news on Digi-Tools in Accrual World.This episode (sponsored by Scoro), we dive deep into two critical areas: AI-driven forecasting and cost-effective client reporting. First, discover how to make budgeting smarter by removing human emotion and bias from your forecasts. We talk with Paul Sparkes about how iplicit's new AI tools are enhancing ERP systems to provide more accurate, data-driven financial projections. Later in the show learn how

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56:54

Starling Acquires Ember, QuickBooks Gets Agentic AI &...

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2025/09/01

This week’s episode (sponsored by FreeAgent ) dives into the latestaccounting tech news and fintech news, with sharp takes on major acquisitions and the future of user experience. We cover: The big fintech news as Starling acquire Ember — and what it means when a challenger bank strategically pulls the rug out from its high street competitors. Xero's controversial decision to email your clients directly — and the debate on who should own the client relationship. Xero's long-awaited navigation

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