Cuba
AI Agent Legal Status: restrictive · Autonomy: none
Legal Framework
Cuba operates under a centrally planned economy with severe restrictions on private business and foreign investment. US embargo/sanctions heavily restrict international business operations. Cuba legalized certain crypto activities in 2021 through Central Bank Resolution 215, but implementation is extremely limited. No AI regulatory framework.
Key Laws & Regulations
- ◆Resolución 215/2021 - BCC (Central Bank) crypto regulation
- ◆Ley de Inversión Extranjera (Foreign Investment Law, limited)
- ◆US Embargo regulations (OFAC restrictions)
Business Formation
Extremely limited. Most business is state-owned. Small private businesses (Mipymes) recently authorized but tightly controlled. Foreign investment requires government joint ventures. Practically impossible for autonomous digital entities.
Tax Implications
State-controlled economy with limited private taxation framework. Foreign joint ventures subject to negotiated tax terms. US sanctions make international banking virtually impossible. No practical crypto or AI tax framework.
Opportunities
Extremely limited. Long-term potential if political and economic reforms occur. Educated population could support tech development post-transition.
Highlights
Highly educated population. Central Bank has at least acknowledged crypto through Resolution 215. Growing underground crypto adoption for remittances.
Risks & Challenges
US embargo makes most international operations illegal for US persons. State-controlled economy with minimal private sector. Severe infrastructure limitations. No practical path for AI agent operations. Internet access limited and censored.