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Data Privacy and Protection

CPAs collect a lot of sensitive data. So, it's incumbent on firms and businesses to protect that data and comply with state, federal and international data privacy laws. Use these resources and articles as a guide to inform your cybersecurity procedures and compliance strategies.

Resources

GDPR compliance checklist

Evaluate your organization's data privacy policies and procedures against the European Union's GDPR requirements with this tool, and discover if you have any gaps to address.

CCPA vs GDPR infographic

If the EU's GDPR and US-based California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) have your head spinning, you're not alone. This infographic outlines the differences between the two so you know if you need to comply with either (or both) of them.

Articles

Emerging trends in data governance and privacy

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Data governance and privacy issues are further compounded by a large percentage of the professional workforce officing out of their homes and elsewhere, potentially putting data at risk without the usual safeguards of the office.

Navigating the Future

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AI is transforming the accounting industry by automating tasks and providing insights. To use AI effectively and responsibly, CPAs need clear policies in place.

Using AI for an R&D study

With the rising popularity of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its potential for business transformation, there's a significant push for CPAs to leverage AI features to save time and boost profitability.

Detect and respond to cyber threats

Cyber threat detection and response are crucial for protecting organizations from security incidents and ensuring business continuity. Proactively identify and address threats to safeguard your operations and support innovation.

The dark side of artificial intelligence

AI brings both benefits and cyber threats to accounitng firms. To protect against these risks, firms should implement the following security measures.

3 ways to protect your accounting client's data

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Protecting sensitive data is crucial for CPAs to maintain client trust and comply with regulations. The following steps are essential for ensuring better security within any practice.

Data privacy education

The Dark Web and Cybersecurity for Tax and Accounting Pros (Webinar)
Apr. 11, 2025  |   Online   |   2.0 CPE

IRS Cybersecurity Checklist (Webinar)
Apr. 14, 2025  |   Online   |   2.0 CPE

K2's Ripped From the Headlines: Lessons From Interesting Tech Crimes (Webinar)
Apr. 17, 2025  |   Online   |   2.0 CPE

Enterprise-Wide Risk Management in Accounting and Finance (Webinar)
Apr. 22, 2025  |   Online   |   4.0 CPE

Cybersecurity Fundamentals for CPAs (Webinar)
Apr. 23, 2025  |   Online   |   2.0 CPE

Mastering the Three Pillars of Cybersecurity: Team and Compliance (Webinar)
Apr. 24, 2025  |   Online   |   1.0 CPE

Navigating the AI Frontier Series: Ethical AI Practices for CPAs - Ensuring Responsible Use (Webinar)
Dec. 19, 2025  |   Online   |   2.0 CPE, 2 Ethics