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General News October 1, 2026
Amber Guyger Granted Parole 7 Years After Conviction for Murder of PwC Accountant Botham Jean
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed Guyger, a former Dallas police officer, was granted parole on Thursday. She was previously denied release in 2024.
Advisory September 17, 2026 Sponsored
Taxfyle and the Digital Shift: Orchestrating Professional Expertise in the Modern Tax Profession
The platform identifies tax-saving opportunities and adjustments to reduce tax burden in the next season, collaborating with wealth management.
Payroll October 1, 2026
U.S. Companies Announce Fewest Job Cuts for a September Since 2022
U.S. companies announced the fewest number of job cuts for any September since 2022, according to data from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Aprio Acquires TGRP Solutions in Denver
Top 25 accounting firm Aprio has acquired TGRP Solutions, a Denver-based advisory firm serving middle-market, private equity-backed, and enterprise, publicly traded businesses across Colorado.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Elliott Davis Adds Equify Advisors in Philadelphia
Top 50 accounting firm Elliott Davis has acquired Philadelphia-based Equify Advisors, a leading NetSuite Alliance Partner specializing in business systems consulting and advanced analytics, effective Oct. 1.
Technology October 1, 2026
Sovos Acquires Agentic Finance Orchestration Platform Flowie
With the addition of Paris, France-based Flowie, Sovos is delivering the industry’s first compliant finance platform, said Sovos CEO Kevin Akeroyd.
Small Business October 1, 2026
Washington, D.C., Arizona, and Colorado Lead in Reported Business AI Use
Business AI use is rising across the U.S., but it varied widely in the first half of 2026.
Technology October 1, 2026
Sage Acquires Financial Workflow Specialist Paperless Environments
A long-standing Sage partner, Baton Rouge, LA-based Paperless Environments provides solutions for accounts payable automation, document workflows, and subcontractor compliance in the construction industry.
Tax News
Advisory September 17, 2026 Sponsored
Taxfyle and the Digital Shift: Orchestrating Professional Expertise in the Modern Tax Profession
The platform identifies tax-saving opportunities and adjustments to reduce tax burden in the next season, collaborating with wealth management.
Taxes October 1, 2026
The Hidden First Time Abate Trap CPAs Miss
A former IRS revenue officer explains what to check before calling a payroll penalty case resolved.
Taxes October 1, 2026
AICPA Applauds Unanimous Senate Passage on Taxpayer Assistance Legislation
The Taxpayer Assistance and Service (TAS) Act passed in the Senate by unanimous consent.
Taxes October 1, 2026
NYC Presses Ahead with Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout as It Fights Judge’s Order to Start Over
New York City will press ahead with its rollout of the controversial pied-à-terre surcharge as planned while appealing a judge’s decision ordering the Mamdani administration to restart the process.
Taxes October 1, 2026
Sen. Tim Scott Touts Federal Film Tax Credit as a Blue-Collar Jobs Bill
The South Carolina Republican is leading the legislative effort in the U.S. Senate alongside Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), while a parallel bipartisan coalition is pushing for the bill in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Payroll September 30, 2026
Millions of U.S. Children Will Be Auto Enrolled in Trump Accounts, Treasury Says
More than 60 million additional children under age 18 may soon be auto enrolled in Trump Accounts, according to new guidance from the Treasury Department.
Payroll September 30, 2026
There’s Still Time to Cut 2025 Taxes With a SEP
The deadline for starting and contributing to a SEP is the tax return due date for that particular tax year plus extensions.
Technology September 30, 2026
Lionsgate Rolls Out Free Section 165 Calculator, Evidence Service for Crypto Scam Victims
The blockchain forensics and fraud investigation firm has launched a free Section 165 calculator and evidence service for victims of crypto scams and investment-related fraud, including wire fraud.
Accounting News
General News October 1, 2026
Amber Guyger Granted Parole 7 Years After Conviction for Murder of PwC Accountant Botham Jean
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirmed Guyger, a former Dallas police officer, was granted parole on Thursday. She was previously denied release in 2024.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Aprio Acquires TGRP Solutions in Denver
Top 25 accounting firm Aprio has acquired TGRP Solutions, a Denver-based advisory firm serving middle-market, private equity-backed, and enterprise, publicly traded businesses across Colorado.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Elliott Davis Adds Equify Advisors in Philadelphia
Top 50 accounting firm Elliott Davis has acquired Philadelphia-based Equify Advisors, a leading NetSuite Alliance Partner specializing in business systems consulting and advanced analytics, effective Oct. 1.
Small Business October 1, 2026
Washington, D.C., Arizona, and Colorado Lead in Reported Business AI Use
Business AI use is rising across the U.S., but it varied widely in the first half of 2026.
Technology October 1, 2026
Sage Acquires Financial Workflow Specialist Paperless Environments
A long-standing Sage partner, Baton Rouge, LA-based Paperless Environments provides solutions for accounts payable automation, document workflows, and subcontractor compliance in the construction industry.
Technology October 1, 2026
Datarails Announces Integration with Google Sheets
The AI finance operating system now meets finance teams in whichever spreadsheet their organization runs on.
Accounting September 30, 2026
What Three States Had the Highest CPA Exam Pass Rates in 2025?
The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy has released a new report that analyzes CPA exam candidate success and trends across jurisdictions and institutions for 2025.
Accounting September 30, 2026
I Asked the AICPA What CPA Candidates Can Say About Their Exams. Here’s What They Told Me
What can someone say to others about a CPA exam they’ve taken without violating the confidentiality agreement?
Payroll News
Payroll October 1, 2026
U.S. Companies Announce Fewest Job Cuts for a September Since 2022
U.S. companies announced the fewest number of job cuts for any September since 2022, according to data from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc.
Taxes October 1, 2026
The Hidden First Time Abate Trap CPAs Miss
A former IRS revenue officer explains what to check before calling a payroll penalty case resolved.
Payroll September 30, 2026
Millions of U.S. Children Will Be Auto Enrolled in Trump Accounts, Treasury Says
More than 60 million additional children under age 18 may soon be auto enrolled in Trump Accounts, according to new guidance from the Treasury Department.
Payroll September 30, 2026
There’s Still Time to Cut 2025 Taxes With a SEP
The deadline for starting and contributing to a SEP is the tax return due date for that particular tax year plus extensions.
Retirement September 30, 2026
History of Social Security COLAs
The predicted 2027 cost-of-living adjustment of 3.5% would rank 19th among the increases implemented since 1977, the first year Social Security began calculating the annual boost.
Benefits September 30, 2026
Why 2027 Social Security COLA May Not Go as Far for People with Disabilities
Social Security disability beneficiaries could see a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, but higher Medicare premiums could offset some of the increase.
Payroll September 29, 2026
Here’s How Much You Need to Make to Afford the Typical House in the U.S. in 2026
The cost of housing continues to far outpace the earnings of average Americans according to data released by national real estate firm Redfin.
Retirement September 29, 2026
$1.2 Million in Retirement Savings? These Are the 10 States Where It Will Last the Longest
Financial website MoneyLion recently determined which states were the best for retirees who have a nest egg of $1.2 million.
Technology News
Advisory September 17, 2026 Sponsored
Taxfyle and the Digital Shift: Orchestrating Professional Expertise in the Modern Tax Profession
The platform identifies tax-saving opportunities and adjustments to reduce tax burden in the next season, collaborating with wealth management.
Technology October 1, 2026
Sovos Acquires Agentic Finance Orchestration Platform Flowie
With the addition of Paris, France-based Flowie, Sovos is delivering the industry’s first compliant finance platform, said Sovos CEO Kevin Akeroyd.
Small Business October 1, 2026
Washington, D.C., Arizona, and Colorado Lead in Reported Business AI Use
Business AI use is rising across the U.S., but it varied widely in the first half of 2026.
Technology October 1, 2026
Sage Acquires Financial Workflow Specialist Paperless Environments
A long-standing Sage partner, Baton Rouge, LA-based Paperless Environments provides solutions for accounts payable automation, document workflows, and subcontractor compliance in the construction industry.
Technology October 1, 2026
Datarails Announces Integration with Google Sheets
The AI finance operating system now meets finance teams in whichever spreadsheet their organization runs on.
Technology September 30, 2026
Canopy Unveils External API Platform
Designed for accounting firms that want to integrate, automate, and build on Canopy across their tech stack, the new API platform securely shares core data and workflows with other internal systems.
Technology September 30, 2026
AuditDashboard Links AI Agents to Live Engagement and PBC Data
AuditDashboard, a provider of client engagement management technology, launched AI Connectors, which give accounting firms the ability to connect Claude, ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot directly to their engagements
Technology September 30, 2026
MindBridge Launches New AI Capabilities for Finance and Audit
Financial decision intelligence platform MindBridge unveiled new capabilities designed to strengthen financial oversight as artificial intelligence and automation take on more work across finance and audit.
Firm Management News
Advisory September 17, 2026 Sponsored
Taxfyle and the Digital Shift: Orchestrating Professional Expertise in the Modern Tax Profession
The platform identifies tax-saving opportunities and adjustments to reduce tax burden in the next season, collaborating with wealth management.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Aprio Acquires TGRP Solutions in Denver
Top 25 accounting firm Aprio has acquired TGRP Solutions, a Denver-based advisory firm serving middle-market, private equity-backed, and enterprise, publicly traded businesses across Colorado.
Mergers and Acquisitions October 1, 2026
Elliott Davis Adds Equify Advisors in Philadelphia
Top 50 accounting firm Elliott Davis has acquired Philadelphia-based Equify Advisors, a leading NetSuite Alliance Partner specializing in business systems consulting and advanced analytics, effective Oct. 1.
Firm Management September 29, 2026
Grant Thornton Launches Enterprise Assurance Services Practice
It addresses growing client demand for third-party assurance across emerging areas such as risk, technology, sustainability and trust.
Accounting September 29, 2026
Sorren Expands Mid-Atlantic Presence with Addition of Zinman & Company and Alta CPA Group
The additions reflect Sorren's continued focus on growing alongside firms that share its goals and commitments.
Firm Management September 29, 2026
Deloitte Sees 5.7% Increase in Global Revenue During FY 2026
The world's top accounting firm by revenue had another record-breaking year as it reached $74.5 billion, a 3.8% increase in local currency terms and 5.7% increase in U.S. dollar terms from FY 2025.
Technology September 29, 2026
When Cloud Hosting Makes More Sense
A look at where Thomson Reuters Virtual Office CS fits today and why some accounting firms are evaluating broader cloud hosting environments as their technology requirements expand.
Mergers and Acquisitions September 28, 2026
Armanino Brings Aboard HCM and WFM Firm Sability
Top 25 accounting firm Armanino has added Sability, an Atlanta-based human capital management and workforce management firm and a longtime UKG partner.
Webinars
October 14, 2026
CPE Webinar: Midterms and the Tax Agenda: What 2026 Could Mean for Tax Professionals
The 2026 midterm elections could significantly influence the direction of federal tax policy and tax administration for the remainder of President Trump’s term. In this session, Taylor Rodier, Legislative Affairs Manager at Taxwell, will examine the political and policy landscape heading into the midterms, including how polling, congressional race ratings, election forecasts, and prediction markets…
October 9, 2026
CPE Webinar: Digital Meets Personal – Why Your Firm Needs to Pair People With Tax Automation
Client data is one of a tax and accounting firm's most valuable—and most vulnerable—assets. As cyber threats, compliance expectations, and client demands continue to evolve, firms need secure technology that protects sensitive information without creating unnecessary friction for staff or clients.
September 10, 2026
Archived Webcast: Own Q4: Position, Price, and Grow Your Tax Planning Advisory Practice
Learn how to position tax planning as a service clients understand and value, package and price your offering, and clearly communicate why proactive planning matters.
September 22, 2026
Archived Webcast: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.