In absence of secure systems that clients and staff will use, horror stories abound.

Two Republican lawmakers are asking the Internal Revenue Service to explain what happened to microfilm cartridges filled with years' worth of taxpayer data that appear to have vanished.

Plus, OnBoard launches AI assistant feature; and other news from the accounting technology arena.

In an era where technological advancements redefine our day-to-day activities, artificial intelligence and machine learning have emerged as transformative forces in various sectors.

Google and Meta are facing class-action suits after revelations they had been collecting sensitive taxpayer information via online filing sites.

While people seem to have concerns about the rise of generative AI and the risks it presents, people are still using it and trusting its answers.

Technology saves us a lot of time and effort — but it also requires a lot of time and effort. Are we really coming out ahead?

There are several compelling reasons why the future of finance requires organizations to strike a balance between both human and machine-driven intelligence.

To successfully navigate day two and beyond with lease contracts, organizations must move past manual processes and spreadsheets and instead implement lease accounting software solutions.

In this Vendor Spotlight we hear from Ben Borodach, co-founder and CEO of tax solutions provider April.

Most accountants and financial professionals think AI will make their individual skills even more highly valued, but many feel it will be the doom of their profession.

New cybersecurity disclosure rules will encourage companies to formalize and standardize their IT security practices — and their accountants will help.

You got your taxes filed by the skin of your teeth last year and before. But what if you're audited? What if you need a loan? Are you ready?

The managing partner of Market Street Partners — now heading into a major merger with Smith + Howard — says accounting firms are ripe for a fresh approach.

Ultimately, ChatGPT can help teams improve, not replace them, and that's a critical distinction that too often gets buried in the hype.

A recent survey found workpapers are vital in supporting the overall tax cycle, but professionals struggle with lack of modern solutions.

Plus, Boast AI unveils universal data ingestion feature; and other news and updates from the accounting technology arena.

Five observations on critical factors in the future of accounting (and every other profession, too).

The profession is enthusiastic about AI, making four times the investments that other professions like law are.