Chris Gaetano is the technology editor for Accounting Today. He brings with him more than a decade of experience covering the accounting profession as part of the NYSSCPA's Trusted Professional. Prior to that, he was a local news reporter at Greater Media Newspapers in New Jersey. He graduated from Rowan University, in Glassboro, NJ.
Tax management platform Instead is planning to offer completely free tax return preparation and filing for Forms 1040, 1041, 1120, 1120-S and 1065.
More than half of tax practitioners use AI for research, but don't count out the classic search engine, which remains an essential tool for many.
Top 10 firm CBIZ released a new AI solution, Vertical Vector AI, developed specifically for middle-market businesses.
The payroll solutions provider rolled out a centralized dashboard to unify payroll management across multiple clients, plus a benefits advisor for accountants.
With Microsoft aiming to end most support for Windows 10 in October, the newest version may require some stragglers to replace their old devices.
Plus, AuditDashboard announces 8.0 release with Microsoft 365 and Copilot integration; Audit Sight releases new analytics module for insights; and other accounting tech updates.
A significant proportion of people are following financial advice given to them by AI models, and many reported losing $100 or more.
BlackLine, which provides automation software for accounting and finance, announced the launch of a comprehensive suite of AI capabilities called Verity.
Finance and accounting solutions provider Auditoria AI-driven solution combines enterprise-level ERP data with commercial financial intelligence feeds.
Advisory and audit solutions provider Fieldguide hopes CPA firms will cut through the hype that characterizes much of the AI landscape today.
In the age of AI automation, firms are developing staff with less on-the-job learning in repetitive tasks and more formal training and mentorship that emphasizes critical thinking and skepticism.
AI is increasingly taking on the routine repetitive tasks that, in the past, were handled by entry-level accountants, raising questions.
Plus, ADP launches wave of new AI features; Deloitte announces AI Infrastructure Center of Excellence; and other accounting tech updates.
Xero announced new and upcoming agentic capacities for its Just Ask Xero (JAX) AI model, which the company now dubs a "financial superagent" as it will independently complete certain workflows.
Accounting students can measure their AI acumen and knowledge against others like them in a contest that will be held by CPA education platform TrueUp.
Plus, Avalara joins U.N. committee on e-commerce and postal services; and other accounting tech news and updates.
The mass adoption of AI in the financial planning and analysis world has led to predictions that headcount will likely shrink over time because fewer people will be needed in the future.
The new Advanced in AI Security Management certification from ISACA is centered around implementing enterprise AI solutions while being able to manage risk.
Plus, BillingPlatform rolls out AI-powered RevenueIQ suite; AccountsIQ adds Non-Financial Metrics feature for AIQ3 platform; and other accounting tech news.
While more organizations are encouraging the use of AI, a recent survey found that even if it were banned at their workplace, many would still use it anyway.