Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026
Cherry Bekaert Acquires Washington, DC-Based Firm Tarsus
Tarsus is recognized for its deep experience in outsourced accounting solutions, particularly within technology, government contracting, staffing, private equity and professional services.
State CPA Societies January 13, 2026
New Jersey Governor Signs Bill Providing an Additional Pathway to CPA Licensure
The bill allows those considering CPA licensure to qualify by earning a bachelor’s degree, completing two years of work experience and passing the CPA Exam.
Technology January 13, 2026
Emburse Launches Invoice Tax Validation for Compliance with e-Invoice Regulations
More than 90 countries around the world have implemented, or announced plans to implement, mandatory e-invoicing and tax validation frameworks known as Continuous Transaction Controls.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026
PKF O’Connor Davies Adds Topping Kessler in Florida
The top 30 accounting firm said Tuesday it has acquired Hollywood, FL-based CPA firm Topping Kessler & Co., expanding its presence in the state.
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Technology January 13, 2026
Billtrust Launches Agentic AI-Powered VoIP for Collections
By eliminating fragmented workflows and manual documentation, teams can double their daily call capacity and improve cash flow visibility.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026
Smith + Howard Acquires Bauknight Pietras & Stormer in South Carolina
The Atlanta-based top 100 firm has made its first M&A deal of 2026, acquiring Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 firm based in Columbia, SC.
Technology January 12, 2026
Accounting Seed Rolls Out AI Agents for Collections, Bill Pay, and General Ledger
The Salesforce-native accounting solution has introduced AI agents designed to optimize cash flow and save time for small and medium-sized businesses.
Financial Reporting January 12, 2026
AICPA Updates Criteria for Stablecoin Reporting to Address Controls Over Stablecoin Operations
The update comes amid heightened global and domestic focus over the past year on stablecoin oversight.
Technology January 12, 2026
Fireblocks Buys Israeli Crypto Accounting Startup TRES Finance for $130 Million
Israeli cryptocurrency security company Fireblocks said Jan. 7 that it is acquiring Israeli crypto accounting startup TRES Finance, which has developed a platform for managing, controlling and financially reporting digital assets.
Technology January 12, 2026
Businesses Invisible to AI Search Platforms Risk Becoming Irrelevant
A search visibility expert reveals specific steps businesses must take to become the default answer in AI-powered search results.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast January 9, 2026
Automated Bill Pay Management – Forwardly – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Jan. 2026
Hosts Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley welcome Nick Chandly, Co-Founder and CEO of Forwardly, to discuss how AI, APIs, and automation are transforming accounts receivable and accounts payable for U.S. businesses.
Technology January 9, 2026
RSM US Rolls Out ‘Ask Luca’ GenAI Tool for Firm’s Auditors
RSM US said Thursday it has launched "Ask Luca," a generative AI tool within RSM Luca, the firm's digital audit ecosystem, that leaders say will assist its assurance professionals in delivering more efficient, high-quality audits for clients.