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.
Taxes January 8, 2026
Judge Allows Lawsuit Challenging Michigan’s New 24% Marijuana Tax to Proceed
The lawsuit filed by opponents of Michigan's 24% wholesale marijuana tax that took effect Jan. 1 may continue, a Court of Claims judge ruled on Jan. 5.
Small Business January 5, 2026
Three Practical A/R Improvements That Help Businesses Get Paid Faster
One of the simplest changes a business can make is to invoice as soon as work is delivered rather than waiting for a weekly or end-of-cycle batch.
Technology January 5, 2026
ContractPodAi Rebrands as Leah, With Focus on AI Vision
Leah was first introduced in 2022 as the company’s AI solution, offering a more intuitive, simple and human-centered way for users to interact with AI across their daily work.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 5, 2026
Nichols Cauley Makes Deals to Launch Financial Services Platform
The top 200 accounting firm started the new year by announcing it has launched a new financial services platform geared toward privately held SMBs, self-made entrepreneurs, and family-owned companies that will be led by former Baker Tilly CEO Alan Whitman.
Small Business January 2, 2026
6 Social Media Habits That Put Small Businesses at Risk of Cyberattacks
A cybersecurity expert reveals six common social media mistakes that leave small businesses vulnerable to hackers during peak sales periods.
Small Business December 30, 2025
Without Pennies, Should Retailers Round Up or Down? States Offer Their 2 Cents
Businesses and states are grappling with the fallout of the federal government’s quick elimination of the penny.
General News December 29, 2025
Bourbon Maker Jim Beam Suspends Production for 2026
Jim Beam, which is one of the largest makers of American whiskey in the world, is planning to shut down production in Happy Hollow in Clermont, KY Jan. 1 through 2026.
Taxes December 26, 2025
Marijuana Group Appeals Court Order Upholding Michigan’s 24% Wholesale Tax, Urges Action by Jan. 1
The Michigan Cannabis Industry Association on Tuesday appealed a lower court ruling that upheld the imposition of a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana sales, set to take effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Small Business December 22, 2025
Fed Report Shows Visa, Mastercard Shift More Debit Card Fraud Onto Merchants
The report also highlights that banks subject to government regulation continue to earn outsized returns on debit transactions, averaging nearly six times their costs.
Taxes December 18, 2025
Trump Signs Order to Expand Access to Marijuana, Lower Taxes on Cannabis Businesses
Among the most immediate impacts of rescheduling marijuana as a Schedule III drug would be relief from IRS Code 280E, which prevents businesses that handle Schedule I or II substances from deducting routine expenses such as rent, payroll and equipment.
Technology December 18, 2025
CPAClub Launches Guardian Pass for Quality Management Monitoring
CPAClub’s Guardian Pass is an annual subscription designed to help CPA firms plan, execute, and sustain the ongoing and periodic monitoring activities required under the AICPA’s System of Quality Management standards and the PCAOB’s QC 1000.