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The PCAOB has issued a standard-setting proposal addressing aspects of designing and performing audit procedures that involve technology-assisted analysis.

The PCAOB sanctions Total Asia Associates PLT for violations of quality control standards, fining the firm $80,000 and revoking its PCAOB registration.

The PCAOB sanctions Friedman LLP partners for violations of PCAOB rules and standards in audits of a China-based issuer.

The PCAOB announces the agenda for the June 29 meeting of its Standards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group.

At a June 26 Open Meeting, the PCAOB will consider a proposal related to technology-assisted analysis of information in electronic form.

Imposing $3 Million Fine and Requiring First-Ever Changes to Supervisory Structure, PCAOB Sanctions Marcum LLP for Significant Quality Control Violations.

The PCAOB has issued a proposal to increase auditor vigilance against fraud and other forms of noncompliance with laws and regulations.

The PCAOB sanctions Barzily & Co. Certified Public Accountants for violations of quality control rules and standards, among others.

The PCAOB announces the agenda for the June 7 meeting of its Investor Advisory Group.

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The PCAOB will hold an open meeting on Tuesday June 6, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. ET to consider issuing for public comment a proposal on auditor requirements regarding noncompliance with laws and regulations.

The PCAOB has revised its standard-setting agenda and added rulemaking projects to enhance investor protection.

The PCAOB has posted its first-ever inspection reports for audit firms located in mainland China and Hong Kong.

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The PCAOB enhances the transparency of its inspection reports with new section on auditor independence and more.

The PCAOB sanctions RT LLP for violations of rules and standards related to quality control, documentation, and Form AP requirements.

The PCAOB has released its 2022 Annual Report, which summarizes its operations and financial results from last year.

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The PCAOB has proposed to modernize PCAOB standards that address core auditing principles and responsibilities, such as due professional care and professional skepticism.

The PCAOB sanctions Friedman LLP for improper use of unregistered Chinese firms.

The PCAOB announces agenda for the March 30 meeting of its Standards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group.

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The PCAOB has named experienced prosecutor Robert E. Rice Director of its Division of Enforcement and Investigations.

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The PCAOB will hold an open meeting on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. ET to consider issuing for public comment a proposal to modernize PCAOB standards that address core auditing principles and responsibilities.