Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing copyright protection for musical works, sound recordings, and lyrics. Includes provisions for moral rights, licensing, assignments, and duration of protection.
Trade Marks Act: Legislation governing protection of label names, logos, and brand elements, including trademark licensing and registration requirements.
Civil Law Act: Framework for contract law principles including contract formation, consideration requirements, and terms validity in Singapore.
Competition Act 2004: Regulates anti-competitive behavior, including provisions affecting territorial restrictions and licensing arrangements in the music industry.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs data protection obligations, cross-border data transfers, and consent requirements for handling personal information.
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures, records, and online contracting in Singapore.
IPOS Guidelines: Guidelines from Intellectual Property Office of Singapore affecting intellectual property rights and licensing.
International Copyright Conventions: International treaties and conventions to which Singapore is a signatory, affecting copyright protection and enforcement.
Performing Rights Regulations: Rules governing the licensing and collection of royalties for public performance of musical works.
