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JUNE 23, 2025
financial reporting leaders indicated in a KPMG study that ethical concerns, such as bias or misinformation, are a barrier to AI adoption — down from 48% in 2023. financial reporting leaders reported that risks from using algorithms without human oversight are a barrier — down from over half (51%) in 2023.
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It can reduce the role to one of reporting and compliance, rather than strategy and leadership. Leading unstructured work should not come at the cost of financial reporting, compliance, or risk management. But that’s exactly where leadership begins. There might not be a playbook.
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Time to rethink corporate treasury as Washington embraces crypto
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JULY 1, 2025
Managing risk Digital asset adoption doesnt mean abandoning risk management principles. The arrival of sensible, clear-sighted regulation is a unique opportunity for corporate finance to assert leadership by leveraging the efficiency and accessibility of digital assets. You can unsubscribe at anytime.
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IPOs surge 35% in H1 despite policy shifts, market volatility: EY
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JULY 22, 2025
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One in four CFOs expect to adopt crypto by 2027: Deloitte
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JULY 31, 2025
As interest in stablecoin grows, finance chiefs are also broaching the topic with other senior leadership. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Forty-five percent of finance chiefs also pointed to greater customer privacy as a key motivator for stablecoin adoption, according to the survey. Thank goodness President Trump does and is leading on it.”
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JULY 11, 2025
Without thoughtfully crafted rules for the road, we risk stifling innovation, leaving American consumers without proper safeguards and protections, and ceding leadership in a sector that will define the future of global finance and technology,” she said. You can unsubscribe at anytime. The great debate continues: security or commodity?
Trump’s megabill boosts M&A outlook after slump
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JULY 10, 2025
The bill also aims to create a more favorable environment for strategic M&A through deregulation, particularly in sectors, such as energy, financial and industrial, “where regulatory complexity and compliance costs have historically been significant barriers to dealmaking,” he added. You can unsubscribe at anytime. TechTarget, Inc.s
The 6 things every CFO should do to prepare for CBAM
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JUNE 16, 2025
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Finance without borders: Rethinking contingent cost centers in the age of AI and tariffs
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JUNE 9, 2025
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Economy to slow, inflation to persist above Fed 2% goal: NABE survey
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JUNE 16, 2025
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Southern Company names comptroller as next finance chief
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JULY 11, 2025
Poroch’s appointment is “another example of the strong, deep leadership bench we have built here at Southern Company and a testament to our robust, long-term succession planning,” CEO Chris Womack said in a statement included in the Friday release. You can unsubscribe at anytime. The majority of materials Southern Co. TechTarget, Inc.s
Most firms still grappling with accounting talent crunch
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JULY 30, 2025
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Consumer sentiment edges up on expectations inflation will cool
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JULY 18, 2025
You can unsubscribe at anytime. Over time, the central bank should aim to trim the benchmark rate to 3%, a “neutral” level that Fed officials believe would neither slow nor spur economic growth, Waller said. Registered in England and Wales. TechTarget, Inc.s registered office is 275 Grove St. Newton, MA 02466.
Maine governor signs CPA exam bill, stripped of pathways
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JUNE 17, 2025
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PCAOB slams Hong Kong auditor of Luckin Coffee
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JULY 23, 2025
Editors picks Zach Gibson via Getty Images House committee votes to scuttle PCAOB, make SEC auditor watchdog Democrats on the Financial Services Committee condemned efforts to eliminate the PCAOB, quoting Republicans who championed creation of the board in 2002. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Registered in England and Wales. TechTarget, Inc.s
Francesca’s veteran joins Kirkland’s as CFO
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JULY 2, 2025
Daphne Howland/CFO Dive First published on Dive Brief: As it morphs into “The Brand House Collective,” a multi-brand retailer and supply chain operator that includes Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock , Kirkland’s on Tuesday announced a slew of leadership appointments. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Registered in England and Wales.
Audit partner pessimism surges amid risk of recession: CAQ survey
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JUNE 5, 2025
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JULY 28, 2025
While identifying and negotiating challenges early doesn’t make managing conflict easier, it allows for more thoughtful analysis and solutioning. Strategic leadership is critical in defining the implementation goals and priorities, providing the project team with structure and support for day-to-day execution.
Judge approves AT&T’s $177M data breach settlement
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JUNE 24, 2025
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Saks Global taps Neiman Marcus vet as CFO
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JULY 17, 2025
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SEC seeks SolarWinds settlement in reversal for agency under new leadership
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JULY 8, 2025
So far, the SEC has not moved to rescind the rule requiring cybersecurity disclosures in annual and periodic reports,” he said. The settlement may or may not point in that direction.” Registered in England and Wales. TechTarget, Inc.s registered office is 275 Grove St. Newton, MA 02466.
Bloomin’ Brands hires new CFO among a series of leadership changes
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AUGUST 4, 2025
The 16-year Bloomin’ veteran has experience in operating and corporate finance, supply chain and brand leadership roles, giving him a valuable breadth of expertise. Despite these changes, Bloomin’ reported a 1.3% Healy will be aided in the turnaround effort by Susan Cline, Bloomin’s group vice president of strategy and transformation.
Shift4 faces CFO, board departures
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AUGUST 7, 2025
7, 2025 Patrick Cooley Reporter post share post print email license Shift4 CEO Jared Isaacman Courtesy of Shift4. Shift4 CEO Jared Isaacman First published on Shift4 Payments experienced leadership upheaval this week as the companys chief financial officer switched roles with a board member and the founders father resigned from the board.
Inflation cools more than predicted as companies draw down inventories
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JUNE 11, 2025
You can unsubscribe at anytime. gain in shelter prices “was the primary factor” behind the monthly gain in CPI, the BLS said. Registered in England and Wales. TechTarget, Inc.s registered office is 275 Grove St. Newton, MA 02466.
Payments firms switch up CFOs
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JUNE 30, 2025
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Inflation rises, affirming Fed decision to hold benchmark rate steady
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JULY 31, 2025
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CFOs ‘getting more risk averse’ in Trump economy
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JULY 9, 2025
The economy topped the list of external risks that are worrying CFOs, with 53% of respondents citing that category, followed by cybersecurity (51%) and interest rates (43%). You can unsubscribe at anytime. Deloitte polled 200 CFOs in the U.S., Canada and Mexico last month. Please select at least one newsletter. TechTarget, Inc.s
IBM’s Apptio targets ‘AI sprawl’ in latest FinOps rollout
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JUNE 12, 2025
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