Ozon addresses Kazakhstan's tax data collection demands amid privacy concerns
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Ozon has responded to Kazakhstan's State Revenue Committee's request to collect purchase data from marketplaces. The company's CEO for the CIS stated this poses an additional burden. The issue arises even as privacy concerns grow among consumers.
Kazakhstan's Data Collection Request
Kazakhstan's State Revenue Committee has requested data on consumer purchases from online marketplaces. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance tax compliance. Ozon, a major e-commerce platform, is among the companies affected by this request. The committee aims to gather detailed transaction data to monitor and regulate e-commerce activities.
Ozon's Response
Natalia Boer, CEO of Ozon for the CIS, commented on the additional burden this data collection imposes. She noted that while challenging, the company has faced similar regulatory demands in the past. Boer emphasized the importance of balancing compliance with consumer privacy. Ozon is evaluating the technical and operational implications of the request.
What's Next
The State Revenue Committee plans to implement the data collection policy by year-end. It remains unclear how Ozon will address potential privacy concerns from its users.
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Ozon addresses Kazakhstan's tax data collection demands amid privacy concerns
