Instructor
Marc Hamilton
Instructor
As AI moves from experimental technology to a core pillar of the accounting profession, CPAs must navigate a complex landscape of new professional standards and ethical responsibilities. This session provides a comprehensive update on the 2026 regulatory environment, including the latest AI-specific guidance from the AICPA and oversight observations from the PCAOB. We will explore the practitioner’s role in managing data sovereignty, mitigating algorithmic risks, and maintaining professional skepticism in an automated world. Participants will discuss strategic frameworks for bridging the talent gap through AI-augmented workflows and learn to lead firm-wide adoption that prioritizes both innovation and ethics.