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Austria’s BAWAG Group acquires PTSB in €1.6bn Irish banking deal
Irish retail bank PTSB is being acquired by Austria-based BAWAG Group in a €1.6bn deal. The transaction marks a significant restructuring of Ireland’s banking ownership with implications for financial services and accountancy oversight.
UK neobank Monzo expands regulated banking services into Ireland market
UK-based digital bank Monzo has launched fully regulated services in Ireland, expanding its European footprint. The move signals intensifying competition in Ireland’s accountancy and financial services ecosystem.
Dublin startup Audrey AI raises funding to scale audit automation platform
Dublin-based audit technology startup Audrey AI has raised $1.8m in pre-seed funding to scale its AI audit platform. The funding supports expansion across Ireland, the UK and international accountancy markets.
David Endersen brings finance and creative sector expertise as judge for Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
David Endersen FCCA, Managing Partner of White Bear Studios, joins the judging panel of the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026, bringing extensive finance leadership experience across telecommunications, banking, and creative industries. His appointment reflects the programme's commitment to independent, expert-led evaluation as finalists prepare for recognition at the May 2026 gala.
Generation Chosen: Why Gen Z's Turn to Accountancy Should Matter to Every Finance Leader
Gen Z is turning to accountancy in growing numbers, with US enrolment up 7.3% in 2025 and near-perfect job placement rates signalling a profession that is rebuilding its talent pipeline in earnest.
VITA launches free VAT knowledge resource to raise standards across UK accountancy profession
Glasgow-based VAT and indirect tax advisory firm VITA has launched VITA Pulse, a free resource designed to raise VAT standards and technical awareness across the UK accountancy profession. Subscription tiers are also available.
US audit technology firm Modus raises $85m to build AI-native accounting platform
US AI-native audit technology platform Modus has raised $85m (€78.5m) in seed and Series A funding led by Lightspeed Venture Partners. The capital will accelerate AI development and drive investment in audit-first accounting firms.
Ifac urges Irish farm businesses to act now as oil shock drives fuel cost surge
Irish accountancy and advisory firm ifac is urging farm businesses to take immediate cashflow action as global oil prices surge following geopolitical disruption in the Middle East. The Government has announced a €235m emergency fuel package.
AXA UK and Ireland appoints Caroline Riddy as general counsel from Lloyds Banking Group
French-headquartered insurer AXA UK and Ireland has appointed Caroline Riddy as general counsel, returning to the firm after a stint at Lloyds Banking Group. Riddy succeeds Emily Coupland, who departed in December 2025.
Central Bank of Ireland reports 5% asset growth across Irish credit union sector
The Central Bank of Ireland's annual Financial Conditions of Credit Unions Report shows total sector assets rising 5% to €22.5bn, with consolidation continuing to reshape the landscape. Loan-to-asset ratios and global economic uncertainty remain key concerns.
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