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IRS cyber weaknesses put taxpayer data at risk again, TIGTA says
For the second consecutive year, a government watchdog found the IRS’s cybersecurity program ineffective. TIGTA warned that taxpayer data could be vulnerable if security weaknesses are not addressed.
As AI use in cybersecurity rises, so do the risks
The share of respondents actively using AI in cybersecurity strategy rose sharply in a global survey, but governance is not maturing at the same pace as deployment.
AI and governance issues: 3 keys to bridging a costly gap
Recent survey results suggest that poor governance is more costly to artificial intelligence ROI than issues related to workforce and data readiness. What can companies do to get their house in order?
Lessons in internal control lapses from major fraud cases
Learn how lapses in segregation of duties contributed to two major embezzlement cases highlighted in the latest Eye on Fraud report. This podcast episode breaks down how internal control gaps emerge — and what organizations can do to strengthen oversight and reduce fraud risk.
Shaping AI governance and controls
Bradley Niedzielski, National Business Controls Advisory Leader, and Audit & Assurance partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP, discusses why broad controls and strong governance are important when implementing AI.
Intelligent process automation (IPA) pre-implementation planning guidelines
This framework helps firms and finance departments align strategies, optimize processes, and get ready for deploying IPA.
How finance can get started with gen AI
Follow these steps to make sure you are on track with this game-changing technology.
Parting thought from ENGAGE: Don’t let tech changes overwhelm you
A tech-focused CPA explains why he prioritizes attending ENGAGE and discusses how roles are being changed rapidly by emerging technology. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
AI and fraud: What CPAs should know
Artificial intelligence technology can be misused for fraud, but it is also a tool accountants can use to detect fraud. Find out how to manage AI-generated fraud risks.
Considering IT risk during audit risk assessment procedures
SAS No. 145 assists auditors in identifying and addressing risks that the use of information technology can introduce.
How authentication issues can affect financial data and financial statement audits
Organizations must look beyond traditional controls to safeguard data.
Digital assets in danger: How to guard against hackers
An expert on cybersecurity details the current threat landscape related to digital assets and shares advice on protecting digital assets in this podcast episode with transcript.
Audit committee disclosures increase, right along with workload
A Center for Audit Quality report reveals an increase in public company audit committee disclosures, particularly related to cybersecurity, while an accompanying report aims to help audit committees manage their growing list of responsibilities.
Tackling the IT challenges of dealing with cryptoassets
Digital assets, from bitcoin to tokens, are a new asset class that challenges technology used for enterprise resource planning and financial reporting. Here’s what you should consider if you decide to take on these challenges.
Companies urged to bolster defenses against ‘triple threat’
Businesses are experiencing more, and more costly, incidents of fraud, compliance breaches and cyberattacks but are not doing enough to protect themselves, KPMG says in its 2022 Fraud Outlook report, A Triple Threat Across the Americas. The report recommends five steps companies can take to mitigate the risk of losses to this “triple threat” of dangers.
5 key steps for digital transformation during a crisis
Major changes can be difficult to implement at any time but especially during a pandemic. Here are some lessons learned from a successful system implementation.
How to use COSO to implement and scale AI projects
The COSO enterprise risk management framework can help leaders manage risks associated with their AI strategies.
A take on cryptoasset transactions, investments, and risk
CFOs need to gain perspective on how to handle the accounting, tax, internal control, and risk management challenges of cryptoasset transactions.
Data thieves strike at any weak point
Cyberattackers remain unrelenting in adapting tactics to exploit human and technological vulnerabilities.
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