Artificial intelligence is no longer the exclusive domain of tech giants or specialised software companies. Quite the opposite: AI has already become part of the day-to-day operations of many SMEs, often without attracting much attention. Think of smart accounting software that detects anomalies in expense patterns, a CRM system that automatically ranks sales opportunities, or a translation tool that speeds up international correspondence. Precisely because AI has quietly found its way into business processes, many entrepreneurs underestimate its legal implications. With Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, better known as the AI Act, the European Union has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework setting out clear rules for anyone developing or using AI. That framework has since been adjusted by the Digital Omnibus on AI (Regulation (EU) 2026/1744), which introduces a number of targeted changes to make compliance with the AI Act more practical and proportionate, especially for smaller businesses.

Are you acquiring a business or is your business being acquired? Then the impact on staff is one of the most complex and sensitive aspects of the transaction. CLA no. 32bis imposes binding obligations that you, as an employer, need to know before signing. Ignoring them can lead to serious legal and financial consequences.

Acquiring an SME gives you the opportunity to build on an existing business, but it also requires the necessary caution. In a share transfer, you step into a company with a history, including potential risks that are not always immediately visible.

What Foreign Employers Need to Know About the Tax Risks of Remote Working. Remote working has become a permanent feature of international employment. Many foreign companies now allow employees to work from Belgium without establishing a Belgian entity. While this offers flexibility, it can also create unexpected tax exposure.

Have you received a property withholding tax assessment notice? If so, it is worthwhile not only to check the calculation, but also to verify whether you are entitled to a proportional reduction due to unproductiveness.