Belgian VAT activation offline after cyberattack; manual process causes backlog

A cyberattack on Belgium's SPF Finances has disabled online VAT number activation, forcing manual email-based processing. Thousands of pending files are reported at business counters, indicating significant operational disruption. The attack's scope and attribution remain unclear, but recovery is partial.

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