Uber has operated in Costa Rica for eleven years without full legal compliance, a situation enabled by two key factors. The details surrounding these factors remain unspecified in this report, but their existence points to systemic issues allowing the ride-sharing service to function despite lacking complete legal standing. This suggests a period of regulatory ambiguity or loopholes exploited by the company. The report indicates this operation has occurred “in plain sight,” implying a lack of vigorous enforcement or public outcry. This raises questions about the Costa Rican government’s approach to regulating disruptive technologies and the balance between innovation and legal frameworks. Further investigation is needed to reveal the specific reasons behind Uber's prolonged operation outside of complete legal clarity. The situation highlights the broader challenges faced by many countries in adapting regulations to the rise of the gig economy.