EU diplomats have agreed on a reform to VAT rules that will increase taxes on short-term rental and taxi services like Airbnb and Uber, following Estonia's change of stance. The new regulations will make online platforms responsible for tax registration, with a transition period leading to mandatory compliance by January 2030. Concerns about unfair competition and administrative burdens have been raised, particularly by small businesses and the hotel industry. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)