Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
Auditing February 12, 2025
Cybersecurity Remains Top Priority for Audit Committees
For the fourth straight year, cybersecurity is the No. 1 priority for audit committees at public companies, outside of financial reporting and internal controls, according to survey findings released on Feb. 12 by the Deloitte Center for Board Effectiveness and the Center for Audit Quality.
Technology January 19, 2025
Chinese Hackers Accessed Yellen’s Computer in Treasury Breach
The attackers also hacked the computers of two of Janet Yellen’s lieutenants, Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo and Acting Under Secretary Brad Smith, and some unclassified files were accessed.
Security December 31, 2024
Treasury Department Says it Was Breached by Chinese-Backed Hacker
The hacker was able to remotely access certain Treasury workstations and “certain unclassified documents maintained by those users,” according to a letter the agency sent to Congress on Dec. 30.
Technology December 18, 2024
Crowe Launches Cyber Risk Management Solution
The top 15 accounting firm and X-Analytics, a cyber risk decisioning application, announced Dec. 17 the launch of Crowe Cyber Economic Risk Analyzer.
Mergers and Acquisitions December 13, 2024
Aprio Acquires Cybersecurity Firm Securitybricks
The deal, effective Dec. 1, expands the Atlanta-based top 30 accounting firm's cloud security, compliance, and digital security capabilities.
Small Business December 12, 2024
Key Regulatory Issues for SMBs to Watch in 2025, According to Paychex
Tax credits, retirement, and wage and hour developments are among the top regulatory issues small and medium-sized business owners should be monitoring next year, according to the latest annual list from Paychex.
IRS November 26, 2024
IRS Announces National Tax Security Awareness Week Starts on Dec. 2
The ninth annual special awareness week takes place this year from Dec. 2 to Dec. 6 with a weeklong series of educational efforts.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast October 11, 2024
AI and Privacy Regulations – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Oct. 2024
Hosts Brian Tankersley, CPA, and Randy Johnston discuss how the privacy implications of artificial intelligence and new regulations attempting to address these issues.
Payroll October 9, 2024
Finance Sector Hit Hardest By Job Scammers, Report Finds
The report from Heimdal Security reveals job scammers' top tactics and targets based on an analysis of 2,670 social media posts.
Technology October 8, 2024
Do AI Systems Elevate Cybersecurity and Data Risks? Survey Results Show Concerns
Survey by Protiviti and The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) highlights how AI is reshaping the perception of existing risks, with 59% of IT audit leaders identifying AI as a significant threat over the next two to three years.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast October 3, 2024
Software Licensing and Privacy Policies – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Oct. 2024
Hosts Brian Tankersley, CPA, and Randy Johnston discuss how changes in software licensing and delivery models can affect client data and privacy policies.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast October 3, 2024
Software Licensing and Privacy Policies – The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Oct. 2024
Hosts Brian Tankersley, CPA, and Randy Johnston discuss how changes in software licensing and delivery models can affect client data and privacy policies.