F&M Corporation (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture; President and CEO: Ichiro Morinaka), which operates the community "AI Research Group" for tax accountants and tax accountant offices, is pleased to announce that it has surpassed 1,000 member offices. The AI Research Group has grown rapidly since its establishment in December 2024, driven by the need for improved operational efficiency and value creation in tax accountant offices. As the largest generative AI community in the industry, it promotes practical reforms for tax accountants and certified public accountants through events and research activities. ■ What is the AI Research Group? The AI Research Group is a nationwide community that researches and practices the application of generative AI specifically for the accounting industry, with Shuhei Ohno of Seven Sense Tax Accountants Corporation serving as the General Director. In addition to online salons, learning videos, and prompt provision, it accumulates practical knowledge applicable in the field through member interaction and sharing of practical case studies. AI Research Group HP ■ Growing Interest in Generative AI Utilization in the Accounting Industry In recent years, the emergence of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, has raised expectations for operational efficiency and the provision of new services. On the other hand, many voices are heard expressing concerns such as: - Not knowing where to start - Anxiety about information leakage risks - Wanting to know actual use cases The AI Research Group addresses these challenges by sharing AI utilization know-how and providing practical support specifically for tax accountant offices. ■ Main Services Provided by the AI Research Group The AI Research Group offers the following services: - "Online Salon": Provides practical know-how and the latest information on AI utilization that can be participated in according to skill level, from beginners to advanced users. - "Prompts" that can be used immediately