Countries Should Apply Existing Tax Rules to AI, Microsoft Executive Says

Countries should apply existing tax rules to artificial intelligence rather than immediately creating a separate tax regime, a Microsoft executive said. The view reflects a broader debate over how governments should tax businesses and economic activity as AI becomes more widely used. Existing rules may already cover many AI-related transactions, but their application can vary across jurisdictions and business models. Policymakers will need to assess whether current frameworks provide clarity and consistent treatment, while addressing gaps that arise as AI services and products evolve.