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Choose the right software for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
This UK government guidance helps individuals and businesses select appropriate software for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, HMRC's…
Beyond the Scan-and-Populate: Moving AI to the Client-Facing Front Lines
This article explores how CPA and tax firms are moving AI beyond back-office document scanning toward client-facing applications. It discusses…
Guidance: Self Assessment commercial software suppliers
HMRC publishes guidance listing approved commercial software suppliers for Self Assessment tax returns in the UK. The resource helps individuals…
Why Generic AI Still Falls Short in Accounting
The article examines why generic AI tools fall short for accounting professionals, arguing that domain-specific AI trained on accounting and…
Sign up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
HMRC provides step-by-step guidance for taxpayers wishing to sign up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT),…
Sign up your client for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
HMRC guidance on how tax agents can sign up clients for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, part of…
TN Announces Virtual GST Hearings and Automated Refund Allocation for Taxpayers
Tamil Nadu has announced virtual GST hearings and an automated refund allocation system for taxpayers. The initiative aims to streamline…
86% know what ViDA is. Only 22% are ready for it.
A survey reveals a significant readiness gap among businesses regarding the EU's VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) initiative: while…
Complying with Germany’s E-Invoicing Mandate Without an Expensive ERP
This article addresses how businesses can comply with Germany's mandatory B2B e-invoicing requirements without investing in costly ERP systems. Germany's…
How EPAM managed Pillar Two filings across 27 countries with Orbitax
EPAM, a global technology services company, utilized Orbitax's tax software platform to manage its Pillar Two compliance obligations across 27…
FBR deploys new powers to punish tax dodgers avoiding digital monitoring
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has deployed new enforcement powers targeting taxpayers who evade or circumvent digital monitoring systems.…
Cashless tax systems: voluntary vs. mandated digital payments in Eswatini
This article examines the adoption of digital payment systems for tax collection in Eswatini, comparing voluntary versus mandated approaches to…
Punjab introduces simplified tax deduction system for digital payments
Punjab has introduced a simplified tax deduction system targeting digital payments, aimed at streamlining withholding tax processes for transactions conducted…
Why implement tax in Oracle R12 before moving to Oracle Cloud?
This article explores the strategic rationale for implementing a robust tax configuration in Oracle R12 before migrating to Oracle Cloud.…
Oracle Cloud keeps evolving. What does that mean for indirect tax?
This article examines how Oracle Cloud's continuous update cycle impacts indirect tax management for businesses. It discusses the challenges and…
How AI Is Evolving in Sage Intacct and What It Means for Finance Teams
This article explores how AI capabilities are evolving within Sage Intacct, a cloud-based financial management platform, and the implications for…
Xero Announces New AI Innovations at Xerocon London
Xero has announced new AI innovations at Xerocon London, targeting accounting and bookkeeping workflows. The developments include AI-powered tools designed…
Are IRS Chatbots Really Helping Taxpayers?
The article examines whether IRS-deployed chatbots are effectively assisting taxpayers navigating tax questions and compliance tasks. It evaluates the practical…
IRS Circular 230 AI guidance explained
This article explains IRS Circular 230 guidance as it applies to artificial intelligence in tax practice. Circular 230 governs the…
The 1099 Rules Are Changing, But the Compliance Problem Remains
The article addresses evolving IRS 1099 reporting rules and the persistent compliance challenges businesses and tax professionals face. It examines…
Brazil Updates NF-e Distribution Web Service — Support for Alphanumeric CNPJ Introduced
Brazil has updated its NF-e (Nota Fiscal Eletrônica) distribution web service to introduce support for alphanumeric CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da…
NHR API update on 12 August 2026 (JSON response structure)
An API update scheduled for 12 August 2026 will affect the JSON response structure of the NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) system,…
Software developers providing entry summary declaration support
This UK government guidance addresses software developers building tools to support entry summary declaration (ENS) submissions, which are required for…
Building a tariff-resilient compliance program: AI, technology, and a practical 90-day roadmap for global manufacturers
This article outlines how global manufacturers can build tariff-resilient compliance programs amid trade volatility, combining AI and technology with a…
Pyxus International’s Adoption of Orbitax Global Minimum Tax supported by Global Tax Management
Pyxus International has adopted Orbitax's Global Minimum Tax solution, supported by Global Tax Management, to manage Pillar Two compliance obligations.…
What today’s tariff authorities actually demand: The data, visibility, and compliance gaps most manufacturers haven’t closed
This article examines the compliance demands that tariff authorities place on manufacturers, focusing on data visibility gaps that many companies…
How TDS Software Fixes Certificate Error for a Salaried Person
A TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) software solution addresses certificate errors commonly encountered by salaried individuals in India. The article…
Guidance: Agent update: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
HMRC's agent update on Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT) provides tax agents with guidance on preparing their…
What agents are saying
This UK government resource compiles feedback from tax agents regarding Making Tax Digital (MTD), providing insights into how agents are…
Get ready for MTD: an agent toolkit
HMRC's MTD agent toolkit provides a structured resource to help tax agents prepare their clients for Making Tax Digital for…
Why AI Won’t Fix Your Broken Finance Processes
The article argues that artificial intelligence cannot resolve underlying broken finance and accounting processes — if workflows are flawed, AI…
Innovate Tax brings the next evolution to VAT validation in LimeLyte Entity Manager (LLEM)
Innovate Tax has launched an enhanced version of its LimeLyte Entity Manager (LLEM) platform, introducing next-generation VAT validation capabilities. The…
VATupdate presents: Comarch
VATupdate presents Comarch, a technology company offering VAT and tax compliance solutions. The article highlights Comarch's suite of tax technology…
Deloitte Survey: AI Set to Transform GST Compliance Across India
A Deloitte survey highlights how artificial intelligence is poised to significantly transform GST compliance processes across India. The findings indicate…
Find payroll software that is recognised by HMRC
HMRC guidance helping UK employers find payroll software recognised by HMRC for managing payroll obligations, including Real Time Information (RTI)…
E-Invoicing Models: SAP Add-On vs SaaS vs API Solutions
This article compares three primary technical approaches for implementing e-invoicing compliance: SAP add-on solutions, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms, and API-based integrations.…
Global VAT Management Challenges and Rising Compliance Costs Across International Markets
This article examines the growing challenges businesses face in managing VAT compliance across multiple international jurisdictions. It highlights rising compliance…
IRS Unveils Portal For Claiming Late-Filed COVID-Era Refunds
The IRS has launched a new online portal enabling businesses to file late claims for COVID-era tax refunds, particularly relating…
5.6 million taxpayers check their pay in the HMRC app an average of 18 times a year
HMRC reports that 5.6 million UK taxpayers use the HMRC mobile app to check their pay and tax details, averaging…
Corporate report: HMRC Transformation Roadmap — Progress Update 2026
HMRC has published its 2026 Transformation Roadmap Progress Update, detailing advances in modernising the UK tax authority. The update covers…
VATupdate presents: Revo
VATupdate is presenting Revo, appearing to be a product, service, or tool related to VAT compliance or updates. Without sufficient…
The 2026 Accountant Technology Survey: Turning Data Revelations into a Firm of the Future
The 2026 Accountant Technology Survey explores how accounting firms are leveraging technology to transform their practices. The survey examines adoption…
KNAV Launches In-House AI Platform for Its Assurance, Tax, and Advisory Teams
KNAV, a professional services firm, has launched a proprietary in-house AI platform designed to support its assurance, tax, and advisory…
The Tax Adviser: IRS outlines AI risks, Circular 230 duties for tax practitioners
The IRS has issued guidance outlining the risks associated with artificial intelligence use by tax practitioners, alongside clarifying professional responsibilities…
GSTN Revises FY 2025-26 AATO Amendment Schedule on GST Portal
The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has revised the Annual Aggregate Turnover (AATO) amendment schedule for FY 2025-26 on…
New Norwegian Regulations Allow Accounting Data Storage Across the EEA, UK, and Switzerland
New Norwegian regulations expand the permissible geographic scope for storing accounting data, allowing businesses to keep records not only domestically…
Digitisation of the Option to Tax (OTT) Process
The Option to Tax (OTT) process for land and property in the UK is being digitised, replacing the current paper-based…
Guidance: Agent services account if you’re not based in the UK: service availability and issues
HMRC's guidance covers the Agent Services Account for tax agents not based in the UK, detailing current service availability and…
Guidance: Agent services account: service availability and issues
HMRC's guidance on the Agent Services Account details current service availability and known issues for UK-based tax agents. The account…
Why CPA Firms Need One Secure Workspace for Wolters Kluwer Apps
CPA firms using Wolters Kluwer's suite of tax and accounting applications face challenges managing multiple logins, data security, and workflow…
How ITR Filing Software Cross-Checks AIS for AY 2026-27
Indian ITR filing software for Assessment Year 2026-27 now cross-checks data against the Annual Information Statement (AIS), a tax authority-generated…
AI in corporate tax: Key trends, use cases, and what’s next
This article explores how artificial intelligence is transforming corporate tax functions, highlighting key trends, practical use cases, and future developments.…
E‑Invoicing & E‑Reporting Explained: From Invoice to Intelligence (WIP)
This work-in-progress article explains the fundamentals of e-invoicing and e-reporting, tracing the journey from basic invoice issuance to data-driven intelligence.…
E‑Invoicing & E‑Reporting Explained: National Constraints (CIUS / Local Requirements): How Local Constraints Shape Otherwise “Standard” Invoices
This article examines how national constraints, known as CIUS (Core Invoice Usage Specifications) and local requirements, shape the implementation of…
Supplementary Data for VAT Returns
Tax authorities are requiring supplementary data submissions alongside standard VAT returns, expanding the volume and granularity of information taxpayers must…
How to use AI in tax planning for clients
This article explores practical applications of artificial intelligence in tax planning for clients, likely covering how tax professionals can leverage…
TaxStatus Launches New Capability That Turns Tax Records Into Planning Opportunities
TaxStatus has launched a new capability that converts tax records into actionable tax planning opportunities for CPA firms and their…
Norway — SAF-T Financial v1.30 in Force; On-Demand Submission Model
Norway has brought SAF-T Financial version 1.30 into force, updating the standard audit file format used by tax authorities for…
Transfer files securely with HMRC
HMRC provides guidance on how to securely transfer files to the UK tax authority. This covers the approved methods and…
How to Use Online Challan Correction Facility on IT Portal
This article provides a step-by-step guide on using the online challan correction facility available on India's Income Tax Portal. It…
Manual vs Automated Payroll Software: Which Is Best for SMEs?
This article compares manual and automated payroll software solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), examining the trade-offs between traditional…
AI and compliance: “The productivity case is clear”
The article explores how artificial intelligence is transforming compliance and accounting workflows, making the case that productivity gains are significant…
FBR to receive data on bank transactions above Rs100m under new law
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to gain access to data on bank transactions exceeding Rs100 million under…
Expanded CCH Axcess Expert AI to Deliver AI-Powered Scan and K-1 Automation
Wolters Kluwer has expanded its CCH Axcess Expert AI platform to include AI-powered document scanning and K-1 automation capabilities. The…
FBR restricts green channel for importers without digital integration
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has restricted green channel access for importers who have not integrated with its digital…
OECD: AI Slashes VAT Non-Compliance Detection Time to Three Months
The OECD reports that artificial intelligence tools are dramatically reducing the time required to detect VAT non-compliance, cutting detection cycles…
Argentina Launches Digital VAT Refund System for International Visitors
Argentina has launched a digital VAT refund system targeting international visitors, allowing tourists to reclaim VAT paid on eligible purchases…
United Kingdom Confirms Peppol as Core Interoperability Network for e-Invoicing
The United Kingdom has confirmed Peppol as the core interoperability network for its e-invoicing framework. This decision aligns the UK…
MTD is the accelerant of a shift that was already underway
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is driving a broader transformation in UK accounting and tax compliance that was already in motion.…
OECD: AI cuts VAT non-compliance detection time, official says
An OECD official has highlighted how artificial intelligence is significantly reducing the time required to detect VAT non-compliance, according to…
2026 CA Day: Upto 50% Off on Tax, Payroll, and ROC Software
SAG Infotech is offering discounts of up to 50% on its tax, payroll, and ROC software products in celebration of…
Intuit Connect ON: What You Need to Know About the Latest Platform Innovations
Intuit Connect ON showcases the latest platform innovations for accounting and tax professionals using QuickBooks and related Intuit tools. The…
How NXP Semiconductors helped bridge the gap between Pillar Two readiness and Real-World Filing
NXP Semiconductors, a global semiconductor company, worked with Orbitax to bridge the gap between Pillar Two readiness and actual GloBE…
Guidance: Income Record Viewer for agents: service availability and issues
HMRC's Income Record Viewer (IRV) for agents is a digital service allowing tax agents to access clients' income and PAYE…
Report Suggests 40% of Workers Have Used AI to Make Fake Expense Receipts
A report reveals that approximately 40% of workers have used AI tools to fabricate fake expense receipts, raising significant concerns…
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