U.S. tech giants Meta, X and LinkedIn have lodged an appeal against an unprecedented VAT claim by Italy that could influence tax policy across the 27-nation European Union, four sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Monday.

Meta, X, and LinkedIn have appealed Italy's VAT claim, marking a significant legal battle over digital services taxation in the EU. Italy's unique VAT interpretation could redefine taxable transactions,

Meta, X, and LinkedIn have challenged Italy in court over its VAT demands. This VAT dispute is the latest in a series of clashes between EU authorities and major U.S. tech companies over taxation, privacy,

Meta, X, and LinkedIn challenge Italy's $1B VAT claim, spotlighting EU tax policy on free user services tied to personal data.