From Compliance to Sky-High Advisory ☁️ – Insights from the AB Show 2025

Live from the Accounting & Business Show Asia 2025 in Singapore, Heather chats with innovators about AI, e-invoicing, TikTok trends, cross-border payments and the evolving role of accountants in Asia Summary Heather Smith reports from the Accounting & Business Show Asia 2025 in Singapore, sharing floor interviews and key highlights. With strong Australian representation, she reflects on rapid regional digital transformation, cultural insights, and inspiring thought leadership. Main Topics: Singapore's digital drive: e-invoicing mandates and cheque phase-outGovernment-backed AI innovation via AI SingaporeRoundtable on burnout, boundaries, and micro business sustainabilityTikTok insights and media habits reshaping communicationPanel on women on boards and leadership pathways Interviews Include: Alvin Chia (OFX) – Cross-border payments with human-first supportMarvin Galang (Jaz AI) – AI-native accounting software for Southeast AsiaBryan Sng (Simple AI) – AI agents automating accounting opsKelvin Koh (Idently) – Face-key file security tech for sensitive documentsAndrew Paton-Smith (Jazoodle) – 60-second forecasts & valuation KPIs Key Takeaways: The future of advisory is nowAI is more than a buzzword in Singapore – it's a government initiativeAccountants must embrace tech and set strong boundariesSocial platforms like TikTok can't be ignoredRepresentation, integrity, and courage are crucial for boardroom progress LinkedIn Posts from Singapore https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_abshowasia-accountingandaccountants-activity-7386538062283075584-1Vh2/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_acca-accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386619905544056832-6Gdu/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386917433271439360-VY4Y/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/heathersmithau_accountingandaccountants-abshowasia-activity-7386982271796490241-WgIh/ Contact details: Sponsor Offers: Here Xero http://xero.com/ Koren Wines https://www.linkedin.com/in/koren-wines/ Sarah Foo https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-foo-fca/ Alvin Chia https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvin-chia-a15a6b65/ OFX https://www.ofx.com/ Marvin Galang https://www.linkedin.com/in/galangmr/ JAZ https://www.jaz.ai/ Bryan Sng https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryansng/ SimpleAi https://simpleaiworks.com/ Kelvin Koh https://www.linkedin.com/in/nivlekoh/ Identi.ly https://identi.ly/ Andrew Paton-Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/apatonsmith/ Jazoodle https://jazoodle.com/ Accounting Apps newsletter: http://accountingapps.io/ Accounting Apps Mastermind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/XeroMasterMind LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/HeatherSmithAU/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ANISEConsulting X: https://twitter.com/HeatherSmithAU