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The IRS has released the vast majority of the code used to develop its Direct File program, theoretically allowing anyone to build their own versions.

Students are looking for more than traditional accounting roles — they want to be problem-solvers, advisors and tech-savvy professionals.

A Republican attempt to block states from enforcing new artificial intelligence rules over the next decade has drawn growing bipartisan objections, exposing tension in Washington over allowing for more unchecked AI development.

A multipronged, adaptable staffing strategy is likely the best course of action for CPA firms and small to midsized businesses.

Big Four firm PwC announced it can now provide assurance on AI systems to see if they've been designed and operated responsibly.

Fieldguide released Field Agents for Financial Audits, which comes with an agentic AI "Audit Testing Agent" to automatically execute the testing workflow.

PwC's 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer report found that artificial intelligence is making workers more productive, valuable and able to demand higher wage premiums.

Large firms have a more positive outlook on AI adoption, based on a report from Wolters Kluwer.