PDPA: Personal Data Protection Act 2012 - Key legislation governing the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data in Singapore
Copyright Act 2021: Legislation protecting intellectual property rights, particularly relevant for software code and related documentation
Computer Misuse Act: Legislation dealing with cybersecurity offenses and unauthorized access to computer material
Electronic Transactions Act: Legislation providing legal foundation for electronic transactions and digital signatures
Patents Act: Legislation governing the protection of inventions and technological innovations
Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Employment Act: Primary legislation governing employment relationships, relevant if staff transfer or secondment is involved
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Legislation governing the employment of foreign workers, important for international outsourcing arrangements
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Framework for protection of critical information infrastructure and cybersecurity standards
Cross Border Data Transfer Regulations: Rules governing the transfer of data across national boundaries
MAS Guidelines: Monetary Authority of Singapore guidelines, particularly relevant for financial sector software development
Singapore Standards for IT Security: SS 584 and related standards setting out IT security requirements and best practices
GDPR Compliance: European Union data protection requirements that may apply if handling EU resident data
Work Injury Compensation Act: Legislation governing workplace injury compensation, relevant for on-site development work
International IP Treaties: Various international treaties protecting intellectual property rights across borders
