Copyright Act 2021: Singapore's primary copyright legislation (No. 22 of 2021) that replaced the previous Copyright Act (Cap. 63). Provides comprehensive protection for original works and defines copyright infringement.
Electronic Transactions Act: Singapore legislation (Cap. 88) governing electronic communications and transactions, particularly relevant for digital/online copyright infringements.
Trade Marks Act: Singapore legislation (Cap. 332) that may be relevant when copyright infringement cases overlap with trademark violations.
Ownership Proof Requirements: Legal requirements under Singapore law to establish and prove copyright ownership for enforcement actions.
Protected Works Classification: Categories of works that receive copyright protection under Singapore copyright law.
Copyright Duration Provisions: Legal provisions determining the duration of copyright protection for different types of works in Singapore.
Fair Dealing Exceptions: Statutory exceptions to copyright infringement under Singapore law, defining permitted uses of copyrighted material.
Available Remedies: Legal remedies available to copyright holders under Singapore law, including injunctions, damages, and other forms of relief.
Jurisdiction Considerations: Legal framework for determining jurisdiction in copyright cases, particularly important for online infringements.
Statutory Damages: Provisions for statutory damages under Singapore copyright law for infringement cases.
Berne Convention: International treaty governing copyright protection across member states, to which Singapore is a signatory.
TRIPS Agreement: WTO agreement on intellectual property rights that sets minimum standards for copyright protection, binding on Singapore.
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International treaty addressing copyright protection in the digital environment, which Singapore has ratified.
