Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Primary legislation governing copyright protection in Singapore, essential for software licensing and protection of code and related documentation
Patents Act (Cap. 221): Governs patent protection in Singapore, relevant for any patentable software components or technological innovations
Computer Misuse Act: Addresses cybersecurity and unauthorized access to computer systems, important for security provisions in software agreements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for data protection compliance in software applications
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for software licensing and delivery
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Controls the use of unfair terms in contracts, particularly important for limitation of liability and warranty clauses
Supply of Goods Act: Governs the supply of goods including software products, relevant for quality and fitness for purpose warranties
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Protects trademarks and branding elements, particularly important in white-label arrangements
Registered Designs Act: Protects the visual design of products, including software interfaces and graphical elements
Trade Secrets Protection: Common law protection for confidential information and trade secrets, crucial for protecting proprietary software elements
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures fair trading practices and consumer protection, relevant if end-users include consumers
Consumer Protection (Trade Descriptions and Safety Requirements) Act: Regulates product descriptions and safety requirements, applicable to software marketing and safety features
Cross-border Data Transfer Regulations: Rules governing international data transfers, important for cloud-based software and international operations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to certain industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare) that may affect software deployment
