- The Dutch Tax Authority is outsourcing its VAT collection software to the American company Fast Enterprises.
- IT experts and a parliament member warn of geopolitical risks, especially if Trump returns to power, as this could threaten Dutch tax revenues.
- Critics argue that strategic and continuity risks were not sufficiently considered in the tender process.
- Fast Enterprises will provide and manage both the software and servers, raising concerns about Dutch control, though the government claims data will remain in the Netherlands.
- GroenLinks-PvdA MP Barbara Kathmann opposes the deal and plans to fight to stop the outsourcing.
Source: taxlive.nl
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