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K1x Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025

Tax technology innovator joins the ranks of Waymo, Nvidia, Duolingo, and more

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--K1x, the leading data distribution platform for alternative investment tax compliance and the industry standard for seamless tax-exempt filings, has been honored by Fast Company in their 2025 listing of “Most Innovative Companies.” This prestigious designation recognizes groundbreaking advancements in tax automation by the K1x team—streamlining complex compliance processes for tax professionals at accounting firms, institutional investors, family offices, fund managers, university endowments, and more.

In today’s environment, where tax compliance complexity is rising, talent is tightening, and expectations are higher than ever, K1x has emerged as the force multiplier for tax professionals across all segments of both industry and public accounting. Its patented AI-powered automation eliminates inefficiencies in K-1 and 990 workflows and delivers robust tax analytics, helping organizations not just keep up with tax compliance, but turn it into a strategic advantage for talent and revenue growth opportunities. As highlighted in Accounting Today’s “2025 Top 100 Firms + Regional Leaders report,” the fastest-growing firms, many of whom are K1x customers, are increasingly adopting AI to drive their shift to higher value advisory work. K1x data insights are used to surface consulting opportunities for growing niche service areas like SALT (State and Local Taxes) and International tax.

“This recognition by Fast Company reinforces what our customers already know: K1x isn’t just tax automation software—it’s a catalyst for growth,” said John LaMancuso, CEO of K1x. “Our technology does more than save time and reduce cost. It transforms compliance from a burden into an opportunity, giving tax professionals the bandwidth to focus on insights, strategy, and revenue expansion.”

K1x and its partners promote friction-free alternative investment data flow and tax analytics between investors, advisors, tax software, and taxing authorities via the Digital K-1®. With a client base that includes 44 of the 100 largest institutional investors in the U.S., 20 of the top 25 accounting firms, and 45 of the top 100 university endowments, K1x has become the trusted standard for modern tax automation.

The “Most Innovative Companies” is announced annually by Fast Company, one of the nation’s most respected business publications, recognizing companies that set new industry benchmarks with technology-driven solutions. Past winners have included Waymo, Nvidia, Duolingo, and more.

K1x will formally accept the award at the Most Innovative Companies Summit and Gala on June 5 in New York City, where industry leaders will discuss the future of innovation across industries.

For more information on K1x and its award-winning, patented solutions, visit www.k1x.io.

About K1x

A Fast Company “Most Innovative Companies 2025” honoree, K1x is the leading data distribution platform for alternative investment tax compliance as well as the industry standard, IRS-certified solution for seamless tax-exempt filings. The fintech company's patented, AI-powered SaaS solution digitizes and distributes tax data seamlessly–connecting investors, accounting firms, tax software, IRS and state taxing authorities–simplifying complex processes, accelerating filings, reducing costs, and delivering greater control and accessibility. K1x is battle-tested by the best, and trusted by more than 8000 organizations including 44 of 100 largest institutional investors in the US, 20 of the top 25 accounting firms, 11 of the top 100 private foundations, 45 of the top 100 university endowments, and 7 of the top 40 health systems. Visit us at K1x.io and follow us on LinkedIn.

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