Crypto cost basis gaps create civil and criminal tax exposure
The IRS can broaden the audit, and, in the wrong fact pattern, frame the issue as deliberate concealment rather than poor recordkeeping.

MACPA turns 125
The Maryland Association of CPAs celebrated its 125th anniversary on Feb. 12, 2026.

Halfpricesoft rolls out latest version of ezW2Correction software
Halfpricesoft, an accounting and payroll solutions provider, announced the latest version of its ezW2Correction software, which is intended to assist with file corrections for years 2015 to 2025 tax forms at one flat rate.

AICPA wants IRS to simplify rules for controlled foreign corporations
The Institute is asking the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service to simplify the "determine and document" requirement for taxes charged to CFCs.

Tax enforcement chiefs warn about crypto trading and payments
The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement issued a pair of advisories on how OTC crypto trading desks and payment processors can hide criminal activity.

Challenges in accounting education
Accounting educators aren't immune to the challenges that are sweeping the profession, says Yvonne Hinson, president of the AAA.

Governance in a risk era defined by geopolitical uncertainty
Around the world, audit, risk and accounting teams are grappling with rising geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty.

Remembering Roger Russell and Jeff Stimpson
Two of our longtime cherished colleagues at Accounting Today have passed away: Roger Russell and Jeff Stimpson.

Wisconsin passes CPA licensure changes bill
The Wisconsin legislature passed a bill that establishes an additional pathway to CPA licensure, and it awaits Gov. Tony Evers' signature.

On the move: BerryDunn names first chief transformation officer
Centri promotes 24; AI Native Accounting Foundation launches; and more news from across the profession.