by Caroline Voaden | Feb 19, 2026 | Features
At a glance: Generative AI makes invoice fraud easier, faster, and much more convincing.Scammers now create plausible, targeted fake invoices and payment requests at scale.Strengthen payment controls and always verify requests through a trusted, known channel.Use...
by Sholto Macpherson | Feb 12, 2026 | Features
At a glance: AI is accelerating the automation of routine accounting tasks. The focus is shifting from bookkeeping to reporting and forecasting. Conversational AI assistants are becoming the new user interface. The accountant’s role could well shift to...
by David Walker | Feb 12, 2026 | Features
At a glance: Governments use fiscal rules to limit their own spending, borrowing, and debt. However, many nations treat these rules as guidelines rather than strict requirements. Governments borrowed heavily for crises but have failed to save during better times. This...
by Cameron Cooper | Feb 5, 2026 | Features
At a glance: Private equity investment in global accounting firms has been surging. Firms seek capital for growth, technology upgrades, and succession planning. Investors are attracted by stable revenues and a fragmented market. A recent failed UK deal raises...
by Chris Sheedy | Feb 5, 2026 | Features
At a glance: Small businesses feel bogged down by the constant rise in the regulatory burden. Most government deregulation efforts seem minor and have had little impact. Asked to name a recent example of meaningful red tape reduction, Geelong accountant Anthony...
