Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing company formation, operation, and regulation in Singapore, essential for establishing business structure and corporate governance
Business Registration Act: Regulates the registration of businesses and ensures compliance with basic business registration requirements
Contract Law Act: Governs the formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore, crucial for ensuring the LOI's legal validity
Competition Act: Promotes competitive markets and prohibits anti-competitive practices, relevant for market entry and business operations
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and ensures fair trading practices, important for B2C startups
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for digital agreements
Patents Act: Protects inventions and innovations, crucial for technology-based startups
Trade Marks Act: Protects brands and distinctive marks, essential for brand protection and intellectual property rights
Copyright Act: Protects original works and creative content, important for startups with proprietary content or software
Employment Act: Main labor law governing employment relationships and working conditions in Singapore
Central Provident Fund Act: Regulates mandatory social security savings system for workers in Singapore
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for startups handling customer information
Income Tax Act: Regulates taxation of business income and provides framework for tax obligations
Goods and Services Tax Act: Governs the implementation and collection of GST, relevant for business transactions
