Argentina proposes law for AI-managed companies

Argentina is on the verge of pioneering a new era of corporate law with a proposed bill that would allow for the creation of companies managed entirely by artificial intelligence. Minister of State Modernization, Federico Sturzenegger, unveiled the initiative, which could position Argentina as the first nation globally to enact legislation for AI-run businesses.

One striking example highlighted by Sturzenegger involves a potential Danish firm that utilizes robots for elder care. This company could register in Argentina and operate autonomously, managed solely by AI, without human employees. The bill, which entered the Senate in late May, aims to establish a legal framework for these "automated societies."

Sturzenegger articulated a bold vision during Expo EFI 2026, predicting that AI agents could constitute a substantial portion of Argentina's GDP within ten years. He suggested that by creating the necessary legal infrastructure, Argentina could leverage AI to become a global production hub, with AI agents generating economic output and paying taxes within the country.

The Ministry of State Modernization emphasized the need for a legal structure to enable AI agents to operate in unpredictable environments and assume real risks. Without a proper framework, AI entities face legal uncertainty and cannot function as legitimate economic actors with their own assets and limited liability.

This forward-thinking approach mirrors strategies employed by other nations, such as Ireland, which historically provided an attractive legal and fiscal environment to foster business growth. The Argentine government believes this move will prepare the country for an economy increasingly driven by AI, potentially boosting productivity and attracting foreign investment.