Cross Border Structure Compliance

Summary

To ensure compliance for a cross-border business structure, verify Reg CF compliance, including disclosures and fundraising limits. Ensure the Software Development Agreement aligns with international contract laws, including clear IP assignment and refund terms. Examine tax obligations in both the U.S. And Cayman Islands, considering transfer pricing and repatriation rules. Check compliance with regulations governing mutual fund investments and adhere to laws governing international transactions and licensing agreements.

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Verify the legal compliance of this structure.
To verify the legal compliance of a business structure in Alberta, you should consider the following points:
- Registration: Ensure the business is registered with the Alberta Corporate Registry.
- Business Name: Verify the name is unique and registered.
- Licensing: Check for necessary business licenses and permits.
- Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with provincial and federal tax regulations.
- Employment Standards: Adhere to Alberta's employment laws if applicable.
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Compliant Cross-Border Structure *. U.S. AI Company (Delaware C-Corp) Raises $* million via a registered Reg CF portal (e.g., StartEngine). In its offering statement (Form C), it clearly discloses: > “Proceeds will be used to fund the development of an AI application builder and related infrastructure. The Company may contract with third-party software development firms, including international vendors.” *. Cayman Engineering Company (Unrelated Third Party) Signs a Software Development Agreement with the U.S. AI company. The contract specifies: Scope: Build the AI app builder. Payment schedule: $5M total, tied to milestones. IP assignment: All developed IP belongs to the U.S. AI company. Refund: Available for material defects or failure to perform, valid for a defined period (e.g., 24 months), or tied to specific objective conditions (e.g., system nonperformance). The AI company pays the Cayman firm in installments after verified deliverables.
To ensure compliance for this cross-border structure, consider these points:
- Reg CF Compliance: Verify the offering complies with Reg CF rules, including disclosures and fundraising limits.
- Contractual Terms: Ensure the Software Development Agreement aligns with international contract laws and includes clear IP assignment and refund terms.
- Tax Implications: Examine tax obligations in both the U.S. and Cayman Islands.
- International Trade and Payments: Check for compliance with any relevant international trade regulations and payment processing laws.
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*. Cayman Parent Company (Separate Entity) The Cayman engineering company’s parent (not affiliated with the AI company) records $5M as legitimate business income from completed development services. The parent invests a portion of its earnings in global mutual funds through a regulated investment management firm (e.g., BlackRock Global or Fidelity International). *. Cayman Subsidiary (Owned by Parent) Receives legitimate investment returns from the mutual funds. Uses those returns to purchase AI automation software licenses or API access from the U.S. AI company at market value. *. AI Company (Revenue Source) Recognizes bona fide revenue from these software license sales. Distributes profits (after normal expenses) to Reg CF investors as dividends or profit shares, i
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To ensure compliance with this structure, you should consider:
- International Tax Compliance: Verify tax obligations for both Cayman Islands and the U.S., including transfer pricing and repatriation rules.
- Investment Regulations: Check compliance with regulations governing mutual fund investments.
- Cross-Border Transactions: Ensure adherence to laws governing international transactions and licensing agreements.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific area?