What is the ratio in Brinkibon v Stahag?

Acceptance by instantaneous communication takes effect when and where the message is received, not when sent.

What did the court decide in Brinkibon v Stahag?

The contract was formed in London when the acceptance telex was received there from Austria.

It establishes the receipt rule for instantaneous communications, crucial for modern electronic contracting.

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