- High Court ruled that digital platform operators with transactional control are considered principal suppliers.
- Such operators are liable for Value Added Tax (VAT) on services provided through their platforms.
- The decision clarifies tax responsibilities for digital platforms facilitating transactions.
- Platforms with significant control over transactions cannot avoid VAT liability.
- The ruling impacts how digital service platforms manage tax compliance.
Source: research.ibfd.org
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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