Financial Reporting July 22, 2026
45% of CFOs Say Their AI Investments Lean Toward Productivity
Just 20% of finance AI projects lean towards decision quality, while 45% of AI investments in finance lean towards productivity.
Technology July 9, 2026
Xero Announces New AI Innovations at Xerocon London
Xero touted new AI-powered features within its agentic platform JAX that make it easier for small businesses and accountants and bookkeepers to keep their books clean, automate time-consuming financial workflows, and stay on top of cash flow.
IRS July 8, 2026
Are IRS Chatbots Really Helping Taxpayers?
It's a question that's difficult to answer because the data the IRS collects to measure chatbot performance is unreliable, limiting the agency's ability to determine whether the applications are operating effectively, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration says.
Payroll July 8, 2026
Employment Seekers and Businesses Navigate Rise in AI-Fueled Fake Job Postings
Fraudsters, posing as recruiters, are sending fake employment ads to individuals in an attempt to extract confidential information from job seekers.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast July 7, 2026
Scaling New Heights 2026 – Part 1 – Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – July 2026
Randy and Brian discuss Scaling New Heights 2026 in Orlando, where the theme "Strange New World" captures the profession’s AI-driven transformation.
Technology July 7, 2026
MYCPE ONE Launches Free AI-Powered CPE Wallet to Solve Compliance Tracking for Accounting Professionals
Most professionals complete their required credits without difficulty. Where they struggle is documentation.
Payroll July 7, 2026
Research Suggests Jobs May be Safer at Companies that Embrace AI
The study tracked AI spending and the workforce records of nearly 22,000 U.S. companies between January 2021 and February 2026.
Staffing July 7, 2026
The Cost of AI Workplace Gains is Deeper Job Anxiety for U.S. Workers
Ninety percent of job seekers say they have concerns about the growing use of AI in the workplace.
Small Business July 6, 2026
Why AI Won’t Fix Your Broken Finance Processes
Many organizations are desperately trying to leapfrog their infrastructure problems by investing in AI.
Technology July 2, 2026
Wesley Rolls Out AI Bookkeeping Platform for CPA Firms
AI-powered accounting software company Wesley announced Thursday the official U.S. launch of its bookkeeping automation platform for CPA firms and accounting practices serving SMB clients.
Accounting July 2, 2026
The 2026 Accountant Technology Survey: Turning Data Revelations into a Firm of the Future
New data from 725 accounting professionals reveals a profession in transition—and a clear blueprint for firms that want to lead it.
Technology July 2, 2026
KNAV Launches In-House AI Platform for Its Assurance, Tax, and Advisory Teams
KNAV, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 firm, has launched KNAV Tara, the firm’s AI platform designed to support assurance, tax, and advisory teams.
Payroll July 2, 2026
20% of Finance Organizations Will Pivot All Talent-Related Investments to Advanced Digital Capabilities by 2028, Gartner Predicts
The push to adopt more AI solutions in the finance function will disrupt the status quo in finance talent as more basic entry-level tasks are automated and the need for advanced digital skills increases.