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Sphere's Global Compliance Blog

Find regional guides, tax developments and thought leadership at the intersection of AI and tax here

What Is a Tax Exempt Certificate?

What is a tax exempt certificate? Learn how SaaS companies use them, who qualifies, and how to stay compliant across U.S. states and beyond.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
Indirect Tax

What Is a VAT/GST ID? Global Tax Guide for SaaS

Do you need a VAT or GST ID for global SaaS sales? This guide covers registration, verification, and compliance tips every CFO should know.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
SaaS

Building TRAM | The World’s First Tax Review and Assessment Model

Sphere's AI-native tax research system that interprets global indirect tax rules, builds product taxonomies, and automates taxability and rate determinations.

Alex Bowcut
23 Nov 2025
AI

Sphere Raises $21M Series A Led by Andreessen Horowitz

Sphere secured a $21M Series A led by a16z to build the first AI-native cross-border compliance engine, meeting rising demand for scalable global tax solutions.

Nick Rudder
18 Nov 2025
Announcements

Top Payroll Tax Compliance Software Tools

Automate payrotoolsll tax filings and stay compliant globally. Compare top payroll tax software and learn how Sphere helps SaaS CFOs reduce audit risk.

Jennifer Dunn
28 Nov 2025
SaaS

Tax Remittance: How It Works and Why It Matters

Learn how businesses remit sales, payroll, and estimated taxes with IRS-approved methods. Read about automated solutions and the new 1% remittance tax.

Jennifer Dunn
28 Nov 2025
Indirect Tax

Best AI Accounting Software to Save Time and Stay Audit-Ready

Cut manual work with the best AI accounting software. Learn how CFOs automate bookkeeping and tax compliance to save time and improve accuracy.

Jennifer Dunn
28 Nov 2025
Tools

Manitoba Sales Tax (GST & RST): Complete Compliance Guide

Manitoba sales tax explained for SaaS: 5% GST + 7% RST, new 2026 cloud tax, registration, filing, and how Sphere simplifies compliance.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
Regional Guides

Is SaaS Taxable in Colorado? A Simple Breakdown

Is SaaS taxable in Colorado? Learn how state and home rule city taxes work — and how to stay compliant.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
Regional Guides

Expanding Globally: How to Get a VAT Number

Expanding internationally? Learn how to get a VAT number for your SaaS or digital product business. Our expert guide covers VAT registration steps, key concepts like OSS and reverse charge, and how Sphere simplifies global VAT compliance.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
Regional Guides

How is VAT Calculated? Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how VAT is calculated step by step: formulas, examples, and how to account for input/output VAT. Perfect for SaaS teams and global sellers.

Jennifer Dunn
26 Nov 2025
Indirect Tax
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