Ethics is particularly important for the accountancy profession, with a code for professional ethics based on five basic principles: integrity, objectivity, competence and due care, confidentiality and professional behaviour. However, the emergence of new technologies raises new ethical challenges.
On 25 May 2018, ICAEW hosted a roundtable to discuss the implications on the ethical principles of technological change and whether new technologies present a threat to the code of ethics and whether the code requires updating.
Ethical use of big data in financial services
The Corporate Finance Faculty and Drooms have published the world’s first research about the role of artificial intelligence in deals.
Technical helpsheet highlighting key considerations for individuals and employers when using social media.