CFO evolution puts spotlight on data, tech skills

The strategic CFO evolution is just one aspect of a wider shift in the responsibilities of the finance function in a tech-first world, Boyden’s Chad Hesters said.

By Grace Noto • March 25, 2025

23andMe CRO details data breach’s role in bankruptcy

The DNA-testing company, which filed for Chapter 11 Sunday, has been battling legal fallout from a 2023 cyber breach exposure that affected about 7 million customers. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 25, 2025

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Digital transformation, one smart step at a time

As pricing pressures tighten margins and technologies like artificial intelligence evolve, finance chiefs are more closely scrutinizing the cost and returns of the tech tools they implement.

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Nearly one in five SMBs at risk of shutting down after a cyberattack

SMBs are a growing target for malware, denial of service attacks, deepfake scams and ransomware, researchers found.

By Alexei Alexis • March 25, 2025

OneStream CFO: Tariff turbulence is ‘good driver of business for us’

The finance leader said disruptions in the current environment are in many ways reminiscent of what companies faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Alexei Alexis • March 24, 2025

Revolut US CFO aims for growth, maturity, with more ‘boots on the ground’

Getting the balance between agility and compliance right is crucial for the fintech as it looks to continue its expansion into key markets like the U.S., Revolut CFO Max Lapin said.

By Grace Noto • March 24, 2025

CRM holds financial tech tool MVP spot, for now

While finance leaders surveyed currently value customer relationship management tools most, they expect buzzy GenAI to enjoy the highest future investment levels.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 24, 2025

Former Zadeh Kicks CFO pleads guilty in $80M wire, bank fraud scheme

Both the former owner and ex-CFO of the now-defunct sneaker resale company face a maximum 30-year prison sentence and a fine of $1 million for conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

By Grace Noto • March 21, 2025

Ransomware attacks surged 50% in February: NCC

Attacks are on the rise even though law enforcement operations have continued to disrupt cybercriminal networks, according to NCC Group analysts.

By Alexei Alexis • March 20, 2025

AI to become ‘increasing driver’ of growth: Adobe CFO

Adobe debuted several new AI-driven products ahead of its investor day, as the company seeks to reassure investors of the technology’s momentum and monetization potential.

By Grace Noto • March 20, 2025

Corpay CAO steps up as CFO exits for nonprofit

Alissa Vickery is taking over as interim CFO as Tom Panther has left the company to become CFO of the National Christian Foundation.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 19, 2025

Deloitte, HPE team up to offer AI agents for finance teams

“We're transforming financial operations together and will be able to bring that experience to our joint customers," HPE CFO Marie Myers said.

By Alexei Alexis • March 19, 2025

Etsy grants new CFO inducement stock award

The approved inducement grant comes as Etsy targets a stickier app experience as part of a strategy to reverse an ongoing trend of declining sales.

By Grace Noto • March 19, 2025

Fed holds main rate steady, forecasts higher inflation, slower growth

“Growth looks like it's maybe moderating a bit, consumer spending moderating a bit, but still at a solid pace,” Fed Chair Jerome Powell said during a press conference.

By Jim Tyson • Updated March 19, 2025

CIOs, CFOs clash over tech ROI, innovation budgets

More CFOs describe tech spending as “excessive” than CIOs, one sign of friction between technology and finance leaders.

By Roberto Torres • March 19, 2025

Minnesota CPA pathways bills get warmer welcome amid momentum shift

Minnesota lawmakers previously drew opposition to proposed rules opening alternative paths to CPA licensure. Now a rising number of states are proposing similar legislation.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 18, 2025

Affirm executive joins crypto firm Gemini as CFO

Dan Chen’s appointment could signal momentum in Gemini’s reported plans to conduct an IPO, coming as the crypto exchange closes the books on several regulatory actions.

By Grace Noto • March 18, 2025

Data privacy fears erode consumer trust in digital services

More than eight out of 10 consumers globally have abandoned an online brand over the past 12 months out of concern for their privacy.

By Alexei Alexis • March 18, 2025

ServiceNow CFO pledges M&A ‘discipline’ amid AI mega-deal

The enterprise software company is seeking to acquire AI startup Moveworks for $2.85 billion. 

By Alexei Alexis • March 18, 2025

Children’s Place taps Ralph Lauren alum as CFO

Ralph Lauren alum John Szczepanski will join the retailer’s leadership team as it struggles with liquidity concerns and looks to cut costs and pay down debt.

By Grace Noto • March 17, 2025

Smarsh CFO keeps eye on strategic growth opportunities

Smarsh CFO David Brolsma expects to see M&A tick up for fintech this year, as changing trends make potential acquisitions more strategically attractive for businesses.  

By Grace Noto • March 14, 2025

AI project failure rates are on the rise: report

The share of businesses scrapping most of their AI initiatives increased to 42% this year, up from 17% last year, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. 

By Lindsey Wilkinson • March 14, 2025

CFOs combat near COVID-era disruption levels with hedging, FP&A

Amid rising challenges from the Trump administration’s on-again-off-again tariffs, finance chiefs are facing intensifying pressure to quickly assess and offset risk.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 14, 2025

Adobe touts 10% revenue growth amid AI push

The company’s introduction of new AI-enabled products is encouraging, although monetization is still “in the early stages,” a Morningstar analyst said.

By Alexei Alexis • March 13, 2025

ROI can bridge CFO, CMO language gap: InMarket CEO

Focusing the conversation around ROI can dissolve crucial language barriers between marketing and finance, InMarket CEO Todd Morris said.

By Grace Noto • March 13, 2025

Cigna promotes insider to CFO role in C-suite reshuffling

Cigna promoted Brian Evanko to chief operating officer and named a new CFO in his place, while Eric Palmer will be leaving the company as an apparent victim of the restructuring.

By Rebecca Pifer • March 13, 2025