Technology June 4, 2026
Abacor Launches MCP Connector for Claude
New York City-based Abacor, an AI-powered assistant for accounting firms, has launched its Claude Model Context Protocol connector to accountants worldwide.
Financial Reporting June 4, 2026
Oscilar Launches Agent Hub
Agent Hub is a coordinated suite of more than 30 AI agents purpose-built for risk operations across fraud, AML compliance, credit, onboarding, sanctions, disputes, analytics, workflow, and explainability.
Small Business June 4, 2026
Economic Optimism Slips While Company Confidence Holds Firm in AICPA Survey
49% of executives expressed optimism about their own organizations’ prospects, signaling continued confidence at the company level.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 4, 2026
Aprio Acquires Waldron H. Rand & Co. in Massachusetts
The top 25 accounting firm announced its second deal this week, this time acquiring Waldron H. Rand & Co., a Dedham, MA-based firm with more than 110 years of history, effective June 1.
Technology June 3, 2026
Karbon Introduces ‘AI Coworker’ Kai
During its flagship event Karbon Next in San Diego this week, practice management software provider Karbon introduced Kai, described by the company as an "AI coworker" for accounting firms.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 3, 2026
Ascend Adds William Vaughan Co. in Ohio
Ascend has acquired William Vaughan Co., an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 accounting and advisory firm based in Maumee, OH.
Firm Management June 3, 2026
Crete Professionals Alliance Rebrands as Current
Crete Professionals Alliance is now Current, as the national platform for independent accounting firms takes aim at the largest firms in the U.S.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 3, 2026
Accuity Adds Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group in Hawaii
Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group, an accounting and advisory firm serving clients across Maui and Hawaii Island, has joined Honolulu-based Accuity, a partner firm of Crete Professionals Alliance.
Technology June 3, 2026
Ramp Launches AI Operating System for Accounting Firms
Ramp announced Wednesday the launch of Ramp Stack, an AI operating system built specifically for accounting firms, marking the New York City-based financial operations platform's entry into the CPA firm market.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 2, 2026
Aprio Acquires Isdaner & Co. in Pennsylvania
The Atlanta-based top 25 firm has acquired Isdaner & Co., a full-service accounting and advisory firm based in Bala Cynwyd, PA, effective June 1.
Accounting June 2, 2026
AICPA and NASBA Recognize Top CPA Exam Performers with Elijah Watt Sells Award
The Uniform CPA Exam is owned by the AICPA and administered in Prometric test centers by NASBA on behalf of the 55 U.S. Boards of Accountancy.
State CPA Societies June 2, 2026
PICPA CEO Jen Cryder Honored with John P. McLean Leadership Award
Named after an esteemed professor and business scholar at the University of Scranton, the award recognizes accounting professionals who have blazed a path forward for others in the profession.