Cloud Accounting stories - Page 2

AI bookkeeping startup Botkeeper shuts after 11 years, citing rapid client consolidation, lost revenue and an unsustainable path forward.

Xero rolls out a redesigned, widget-led homepage that surfaces real-time profit, cash flow and tasks in a custom view for each user.

Xero broadens its App Store with new global integrations spanning finance, automation, CRM and sector-specific tools for key markets.

Xero overhauls developer portal and readies new API fees tied to connection counts and data egress, as it tightens recertification rules.

Xero begins phased rollout of rebuilt credit notes, offering a switchable new interface, stricter audit controls and manual save behaviour.

AI is transforming everyday work in accountancy firms, but messy gaps between systems and people mean full automation remains distant.

Zone launches Zoe, an AI agent layer inside NetSuite to orchestrate finance workflows, debuting with subscription intelligence in ZoneBilling.

Xero unveils its 2025 Power Lists, spotlighting the most‑connected apps across accounting, payments, retail, trades and professional services.

Xero launches AI analytics across its platform, giving small firms dashboards, forecasts and scorecards once reserved for larger rivals.

Finance teams ditch manual spreadsheets for integrated, real-time platforms as tighter 2026 reporting demands reshape core processes.

Zoho launches unified spend management and AI-driven billing tools, aiming to give large enterprises tighter control over finances.

Sage has been named a leader in IDC's 2025-2026 global ranking of AI-enabled professional services automation and ERP applications.

Xero launches global beta of JAX-powered bank reconciliation, promising to auto-match over 80% of statement lines in real time.

Chris Tredwell has been appointed COO at Aqilla, driving AI integration in its cloud accounting software and targeting 20% annual growth.

New Zealand small business owners are concerned that the development and adoption of AI is outpacing regulation, according to a study by Xero.

Xero wins Excellence in Leadership award at New Zealand Business Awards. CEO Rod Drury accepts and emphasizes company's commitment to social challenges.

Thai innovators to visit New Zealand to learn about tech developments as part of ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative.

Australian cloud accounting provider Reckon Limited has made a lucrative entrance in the UK market, allowing it to target the 5.4 million SMEs.

Xero has entered into a strategic partnership with KPMG in Singapore in order to help it extend its global reach.