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New surveys show AI gains are uneven across finance

May 13, 2026

New data shows gains in decision-making and FP&A, while other data points to ongoing accounting workflow inefficiencies.

  • business and industry
  • technology and cybersecurity

Organisations must rethink business models for a polycrisis world, warns CIMA

May 13, 2026

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) has published a new white paper, Reframing Business Models for a Sustainable World, warning that organisations must be prepared to continually rework their business models as global risks accelerate and interact in unpredictable ways.

  • business and industry
  • practice management

Statewide Bellringing, ‘Burning Of Benedict Arnold’ Among CT250 Independence Events Planned For Summer

May 13, 2026

Immersive experiences, educational programs, commemorative events and community-driven celebrations across all 169 municipalities in the state will highlight Connecticut’s efforts to celebrate and reflect on the 250th anniversary of American independence.

  • advocacy - state

Another settlement offer planned in IRS conservation easement cases

May 12, 2026

The IRS plans to issue a settlement offer to eligible partnerships involved in syndicated conservation easement transactions, which have long been a focus of enforcement operations, with hundreds of cases now in the courts.

  • federal tax

Advocates Divided About 2026 Legislative Session

May 11, 2026

While two large advocacy organizations said they were mostly pleased with the General Assembly’s work this year, business and grassroots citizen groups said lawmakers didn’t do enough to ease the burden on those feeling the pressure of higher energy and healthcare costs.

  • advocacy - state

AI helps firms with efficiency, but most don’t trust it to drive growth

May 11, 2026

Overcoming today’s weighty business challenges demands a re-assessment of automation’s cutting edge, EY counsels.

  • business and industry
  • technology and cybersecurity

AICPA Urges IRS to Issue Guidance to Regulation Affecting Tax-Exempt Organizations

May 08, 2026

In a letter submitted to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) requested Treasury and IRS provide guidance addressing Section 4960, which was amended last year by the OBBBA (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Section 4960 imposes an excise tax on applicable tax-exempt organizations (ATEO) equal to 21 percent of the remuneration in excess of $1 million paid to “covered employees” of the ATEO.

  • accounting and auditing
  • advocacy - federal
  • federal tax

CP53E notice tied to paper-check transition causes confusion

May 08, 2026

Fraudulent or legitimate? In error or correct?

  • federal tax

Evictions, AI, public transportation bills: CT politics news

May 08, 2026

These news briefs are part of The Connecticut Mirror’s 2026 political coverage. For more news about the 2026 legislative session, campaigns, elections and more, sign up here for The Issue, the CT Mirror’s weekly politics newsletter.

  • advocacy - state

New CT budget sets Lamont’s legacy as he seeks 3rd term

May 08, 2026

Surpluses since 2020 have canceled $11 billion in pension debt

  • advocacy - state

‘Job Well Done’ — Lamont Cites Budget, AI Bills After 2026 Legislative Session Ends

May 07, 2026

Gov. Ned Lamont congratulated the state legislature for a job well done Thursday, about 12 hours after the final gavel came down ending the 2026 session.

  • advocacy - state

With Session Over, Here Are Some Bills That Didn’t Make It Through The Legislature This Year

May 07, 2026

A day after the 2026 legislative session ended, state officials were still sorting through the dozens of bills that passed the General Assembly. Gov. Ned Lamont praised the legislature for a job well done.

  • advocacy - state

CFO role expands at a quicker pace as disruption reshapes finance

May 06, 2026

In a global survey, traditional responsibilities take a back seat to the rapid expansion of strategic priorities for finance leaders.

  • business and industry

CT Senate pulls all-nighter, rearranging budget and passing gun bill

May 06, 2026

The Senate stayed overnight at the state Capitol to pass a gun control bill and legislation that would make millions of dollars in revisions to the state’s recently adopted state budget and — among other things — delay Hartford’s revaluation by one year and help struggling Ansonia revive a failed and ruinously expensive fuel cell project.

  • advocacy - state

Expanded Absentee Ballot Legislation Passes Legislature, Heads To Lamont

May 06, 2026

Voting would become more convenient for many state residents under a proposal the Senate passed late Wednesday afternoon.

  • advocacy - state

Lawmakers solve town aid riddle on third try

May 06, 2026

Communities can use school grants to ease tax burdens, sometimes.

  • advocacy - state

9 tips to write more effective AI prompts

May 05, 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) can transform accounting workflows if you can translate what you need done into commands AI can understand.

  • technology and cybersecurity

Dept. of Education releases final rule on professional degree programs

May 05, 2026

New regulations going into effect July 1 put annual and lifetime caps on federal student loans and create new guidelines for repayment.

  • accounting and auditing
  • career resources
  • practice management

Semiannual reporting could cut costs by almost $200K: SEC

May 05, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission has released more details about its plan to give companies the option of reporting financials semiannually instead of quarterly.

  • accounting and auditing
  • business and industry
  • practice management
  • advocacy - federal

The Essential New Hire Onboarding Checklist for Employers

May 05, 2026

Bringing someone new onto the team is more than just handling forms and saying hello. It's your first real opportunity to show them what it means to be part of your organization — and to lay the groundwork for their long-term success and sense of belonging.

  • business and industry
  • career resources
  • practice management