A podcast of the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) exploring the technological and ethical risks and opportunities shaping the future of accounting and finance. Through in-depth conversations with global thought leaders, Decoding Ethics helps professionals navigate change and lead with integrity in a tech-driven world.
Decoding Ethics: Building trust in a tech-driven world
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A podcast of the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) exploring the technological and ethical risks and opportunities shaping the future of accounting and finance. Through in-depth conversations with global thought leaders, Decoding Ethics helps professionals navigate change and lead with integrity in a tech-driven world.
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June 26, 2026
Building Trust in AI: Why Governance Matters More Than Speed
<p>Trust is not a byproduct of AI adoption—it's a prerequisitefor scaling it successfully. </p><p> </p><p>In this episode, Samantha Gloede, Global Head of RiskServices and Head of Trusted AI at KPMG, joins host Jeanne Viljoen to explore how organizations can govern AI responsibly while accelerating innovation. Together, they examine why leading companies are embedding governance directly into workflows, why accountability matters as AI systems coordinate across teams and decisions, and why the long-term competitive advantage belongs to those who can balance speed with strong governance. A conversation on trust, transparency, and what it takes to build confidence in an AI-enabled future.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p><p> Trust as a prerequisite for scaling AI, not a byproduct of it</p><p>Why governance enables innovation rather than slowing it down </p><p>Embedding accountability into workflows—not bolting it on afterward</p><p>The shift from trust being assured to trust being evidenced</p><p>Where AI systems fail: at the seams where they interact, not within single tools</p><p>Scaling governance alongside AI complexity to prevent trust erosion</p><p>What regulators and standard setters need to clarify about AI-enabled professional judgment</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapter Titles</strong></p><p> </p><p>00:00 Welcome: Trust, Governance, and the Future of AI</p><p>03:55 The Shift from AI Adoption to Governance</p><p>08:49 Human Accountability in AI Decision-Making</p><p>13:41 AI-Enabled Professional Judgment: Where RegulationNeeds Clarity</p><p>18:33 Where Trust Breaks: The Seams Between Systems</p><p>22:20 The Core Message: Trust Is a Prerequisite, Not aByproduct</p><p><br></p>
May 14, 2026
Rethinking Accountancy Education in the Age of AI
<p>As artificial intelligence reshapes the accountancyprofession, the question is no longer whether change is happening, but whether the profession is keeping pace.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, Jeanne Viljoen is joined by Bruce Vivian, Head of Education, MemberMonitoring and Development at IFAC, and a Chartered Accountant (SA) with deep expertise in accountancy education, capacity building, and global professional development, to explore how accountancy education must evolve to prepare ethical professionals for a rapidly changing world.</p><p> </p><p>They discuss how technology is shifting the balance betweentechnical expertise and core capabilities such as critical thinking, curiosity, and communication, and why developing strong ethical judgment remains central to the profession’s role in serving the public interest.</p><p> </p><p>The conversation also examines the shared responsibility ofuniversities, firms, and professional bodies in shaping the next generation of accountants, the expectations of emerging leaders, and the risks of failing to adapt education to the realities of technology-driven profession.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Takeways</strong></p><p> </p><p>- The shift from optimizing for efficiency to prioritizing quality,with efficiency as a byproduct</p><p>- The importance of understanding and identifying risks</p><p>- Rethinking professional competence in a world where no individualcan master all relevant knowledge</p><p>- The role of human oversight in technology-enabledworkflows, and how it should be applied based on risk</p><p>- The need for strong governance and process design toenable responsible innovation </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapter Titles</strong></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Ethics in the Accountancy Profession</p><p>03:17 How Technology Is Reshaping Accountancy Skills</p><p>08:40 The Role of Educational Institutions</p><p>13:37 How Firms can Reinforce Ethical Behavior</p><p>17:29 The Role of Professional Bodies in Guiding Ethics</p><p>19:44 Balancing Technical Expertise with CoreCapabilities </p><p>25:02 Using AI to Teach and Apply Ethics</p><p>28:55 Insights from Emerging Leaders </p><p>31:25 The Risks of Failing to Rethink Education </p><p>33:55 Final Reflections on Ethics and Education</p><p>#DecodingEthics #AccountingEthics</p>
April 9, 2026
The Biggest Risk Isn’t AI – It’s Missing the Risk
<p>This episode explores how professionals can manage theimpact of emerging technologies, particularly AI and automation. A clear message emerges: navigating rapid change requires a return to basics and to the fundamental principles that underpin trust and the credibility of theprofession.</p><p> </p><p>Jeanne Viljoen is joined by Danielle Supkis Cheek, a globalleader in cloud-enabled audit, financial reporting, and data analytics solutions. Together, they reflect on how, while technology is transforming how work is performed, the underlying ethical principles remain unchanged, offeringa stable lens through which professionals can reframe problems and manage the pressures these technologies place on judgment, risk management, and competence.</p><p><br></p><p>Takeways</p><p><br></p><p> - The shift from optimizing for efficiency to prioritizingquality, with efficiency as a byproduct </p><p>- The importance of understanding and identifying risks</p><p>- Rethinking professional competence in a world where noindividual can master all relevant knowledge</p><p>- The role of human oversight in technology-enabled workflows, and how it should be applied based on risk </p><p>- The need for strong governance and process design to enableresponsible innovation <strong>Chapters</strong></p><p> </p><p>00:00 Introduction to Ethics in Accountancy</p><p>01:48 Danielle’s Journey into AI, Analytics, and Assurance</p><p>04:26 The Impact of Technology on Accounting</p><p>07:07 Concerns and Misconceptions about AI and Automation</p><p>11:59 Ethical Risks in Emerging Technologies</p><p>14:22 Professional Competence and Due Care in the Age of AI</p><p>19:17 Human Oversight in AI: What “Human in the Loop” ReallyMeans</p><p>25:10 Navigating Automation Bias and Process Design</p><p>30:04 Balancing Innovation and Ethics</p><p>34:49 Adapting Ethical Standards for Emerging Technologies</p><p>38:18 Recognizing Bias and Expanding Decision-MakingPerspectives</p><p>40:57 Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=%23decodingethics&origin=HASH_TAG_FROM_FEED" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>#DecodingEthics</strong></a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=%23accountingethics&origin=HASH_TAG_FROM_FEED" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>#AccountingEthics</strong></a></p><p><br></p>
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