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General News July 20, 2026
CEO Confidence Slips in Q2 2026 as Inflation and Economic Uncertainty Take Hold
Nearly half of CEOs now report that U.S. economic conditions have worsened compared to a year ago.
Taxes July 19, 2026
Blue J Offers Tax and Accounting Teachers and Students Free Access to AI-Powered Tax Research
The program helps students build lasting research judgment instead of memorizing rules that may soon be outdated.
CAS July 16, 2026
Specialty Tax Forum to Gather Russian-Speaking Professionals in Miami, Oct. 22-24
The Association of Russian-Speaking Accountants and Tax Professionals (ARSAT), has announced a national forum for 2026.
Risk Management July 15, 2026
Grant Thornton Advisors Partners with Fieldguide for Agentic AI for Risk and Control Services
Fieldguide’s agentic platform will be the technology foundation behind CompliAI, Grant Thornton’s AI controls and risk assessment tool.
Taxes July 14, 2026
AICPA Expresses Support for Bill to End Tax Penalties on American Hostages
The bill would provide tax relief to Americans and their families if they are unlawfully detained or held hostage abroad.
Firm Management July 14, 2026
Platform Accounting Group Opens in South Carolina
This marks Platform’s first South Carolina-based location and expands its reach in the Southeastern United States.
Small Business July 14, 2026
SMB AI Use Continues to Rise, But They Need Help
AI adoption among U.S. small businesses has risen to 66%, up from 55% a year ago.
Firm Management July 13, 2026
India Accounting Firm Joins Abacus Worldwide Association
Based in Bangalore, Finactro is an accounting advisory and finance outsourcing firm founded by former Big Four professionals.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Virginia Society of CPAs and Blue J Partner to Support CPAs with AI Research
Blue J supports workflows across compliance, advisory, training, tax writing and more.
Payroll July 13, 2026
Women’s Earnings More Than Doubled Since 2000, While the Estimated Gender Earnings Gap Reached $671B
Women's median weekly earnings more than doubled over the period, rising from $493 in 2000 to approximately $1,089 in 2025.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
Staffing July 7, 2026
Are Rising Skill Demands Squeezing Entry‑Level Hiring?
This shift has become especially urgent because its impact is already evident in the labor market. Sixty percent say it's more efficient to use AI for entry‑level tasks than to hire and train a candidate.
Contributors
Amy Vetter
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Becky Livingston
Accounting & AI Marketing Consultant
Brian Tankersley
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Garrett Wagner
CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
Jim Boomer
CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
Kristy Short, Ed.D.
Accounting Content Specialist
Mary Girsch-Bock
Contributing Writer
Randy Johnston
MCS, MCP
Roman Kepczyk
CPA, CITP, CGMA
