Accounting February 19, 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 March 2, 2026
Armanino Adds Georgia-Based Accounting Firm MSTiller
MSTiller, an accounting firm with three offices in Georgia and one in New York state, has joined Armanino, expanding the top 20 firm's presence in the Southeast.
Auditing March 2, 2026
AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board Outlines Plans for Short-Term Projects, Long-Term Strategic Priorities
The board has mapped out what it calls a "public-interest focused work plan" through the end of 2027, with projects ranging from an updated standard on fraud to targeted changes related to audit confirmation procedures.
Technology March 2, 2026
ISACA Revamps IT Audit Framework
The fifth edition of the IT Audit Framework has updated terminology, refreshed examples, and expanded scope to better address emerging technologies, digital trust considerations, and evolving audit practices.
IRS March 2, 2026
Tax Court Grants Tax Relief for Unknowing Spouse
If a married couple files a joint tax return, they are “in it together” as far as federal income tax liability is concerned. However, as shown in a new case, an “innocent spouse” may be entitled to equitable relief due to special circumstances.
Technology February 27, 2026
Xendoo Buys Botkeeper Infinite; AI Platform Will Remain ‘Active and Supported’
"This step reflects our commitment to preserving important innovation and ensuring continuity for the firms and professionals who rely on this platform. Infinite remains fully operational," Xendoo said.
Accounting February 27, 2026
AICPA Asks Dept. of Education to Re-Add Accounting to List of Professions
The AICPA joins voices of CPAs across the country, with many state CPA societies also submitting comments to the Department of Education.
IRS February 27, 2026
Judge Says IRS ‘Violated the IRC Approximately 42,695 Times’ by Giving Confidential Taxpayer Information to ICE
A federal judge on Thursday said the IRS broke the law by violating the Internal Revenue Code approximately 42,695 times when it shared confidential taxpayer addresses with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Risk Management February 27, 2026
Audit Committees Rethink Risk Oversight: Governing Amid Uncertainty with an Opportunity Focus
In a rapidly shifting business environment, the priority this year for audit committees and boards is resilient governance with the agility to pivot as conditions shift.
Auditing February 27, 2026
AICPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Updates to Attestation Standards
The proposed changes reflect the ongoing evolution in attestation services, in which practitioners are increasingly asked to provide services beyond audits of the financial statements, the AICPA said.
Taxes February 26, 2026
AICPA Requests Guidance for Itemized Deductions and Trump Accounts
The letter focuses on Section 70111, which modifies the Section 68 limitation on itemized deductions and provides comments on Notice 2025‑68, outlining the IRS’s planned regulations for Section 530A Trump accounts.
Taxes February 26, 2026
IRS Gives Taxpayers a More Streamlined Way to Report Tax Fraud and Scams
A new web page on IRS.gov consolidates multiple IRS fraud-reporting options into a single, centralized location, making it easier for taxpayers to report suspicious activity, the agency said on Feb. 26.
Accounting Standards February 26, 2026
GASB Seeks Comments on Updated Guidance for Financial Reporting Model Improvements
The Governmental Accounting Standards Board's proposed Implementation Guide features Q&As on the requirements related to subsidies in Statement No. 103, Financial Reporting Model Improvements.