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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 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
30 Jul 2026
SaaS

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
10 Apr 2026
Indirect Tax

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

AI Tools for Tax Professionals: Automate Smarter, Not Harder

See how AI is streamlining tax compliance in 2026. Discover top tools for automation, risk analysis, and global filings to find the best fit for your tax needs.

Jennifer Dunn
01 Sep 2026
AI
Tools

DAC 7 Directive: What SaaS Platforms Must Know

DAC7 imposes new rules on digital platform operators. This guide breaks down who must report, what to collect, and how the right software can help.

Jennifer Dunn
01 Sep 2026
Indirect Tax

Saskatchewan Sales Tax (GST & PST): 2025 Compliance Guide

Saskatchewan sales tax explained: 5% GST + 6% PST, SaaS, registration, filing, and how Sphere automates compliance for global software companies.

Jennifer Dunn
01 Sep 2026
Regional Guides

Best AI Tax Software for 2025: Top 4 Tools Reviewed

Discover the best AI tax software for 2025. Compare Sphere, TaxGPT, Kintsugi & more for tax prep, filing, code assignment, nexus tracking & compliance.

Jennifer Dunn
01 Sep 2026
Tools
AI

Avalara Alternatives: Best Tax Compliance Software in 2026

Exploring Avalara alternatives? Compare the best tax compliance software for 2026, including tools for sales tax automation, global VAT, and transparent pricing.

Nick Rudder
01 Sep 2026
Tools

Montana Sales Tax: What Businesses Need to Know

Montana has no general sales tax — here's what that means for SaaS businesses, what other taxes apply, and what to know if you sell into other states.

Jennifer Dunn
17 Aug 2026
Regional Guides

TaxJar vs Avalara: Pros, Cons & Alternatives

Avalara or TaxJar? Explore sales tax automation, integrations, and pricing differences to choose the right compliance solution for your company.

Jennifer Dunn
04 Aug 2026
Tools
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