[Cuban Central Bank Authorizes Ten Companies to Use Cryptocurrency for International Payments for the First Time] Deep Tide TechFlow reports, on March 31, according to Cubadebate, the Cuban Central Bank (BCC) announced in the Official Gazette on March 23, 2026, that it has authorized ten companies (nine small and medium-sized enterprises and one mixed enterprise) to use cryptocurrency for cross-border payments for the first time. The authorized companies span various sectors, including information technology, catering, transportation, and industry. The licenses are valid for one year and can be renewed upon application. Companies must conduct transactions through virtual asset service providers (PSAV) licensed by the BCC and report transaction details to the central bank on a quarterly basis.