Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing copyright protection in Singapore, recently updated to strengthen creators' rights and fair use provisions
Patents Act (Cap. 221): Main legislation governing patent protection, registration, and enforcement in Singapore
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Primary legislation for trademark protection and registration in Singapore
Registered Designs Act (Cap. 266): Legislation governing the protection of industrial designs in Singapore
Contract Law of Singapore: Fundamental laws governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Legislation controlling the use of unfair terms in contracts and limiting the extent to which liability can be excluded
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Legislation preventing anti-competitive practices, particularly relevant for licensing terms that might restrict competition
TRIPS Agreement: International treaty setting minimum standards for IP protection, which Singapore must comply with
WIPO Treaties: Various international IP treaties administered by World Intellectual Property Organization that Singapore is party to
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, relevant if IP involves personal data
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Legislation protecting consumer interests, applicable if IP licensed products are consumer-facing
IPOS Guidelines: Administrative guidelines from Intellectual Property Office of Singapore for IP protection and licensing
Technology Transfer Regulations: Regulatory framework governing the transfer of technology and associated IP rights
Export Control Regulations: Regulations controlling the export of sensitive technology and associated IP rights
