Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing software code and documentation protection, essential for defining IP rights and ownership in software development agreements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, disclosure and care of personal data, crucial for data handling and privacy obligations in software development
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic contracts and digital signatures, relevant for contract execution and electronic deliverables
Computer Misuse Act: Addresses cybersecurity obligations and unauthorized access to computer systems, important for security requirements
Contract Law of Singapore: Common law principles governing contract formation, interpretation, and enforcement in Singapore
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly important for liability limitations and warranty provisions
Employment Act: Relevant if the agreement involves employment of developers or technical staff in Singapore
Patents Act: Governs patent protection for technical innovations in software development
Trade Marks Act: Relevant for protecting brands and logos associated with the software
Registered Designs Act: Applicable for protecting unique visual designs in software interfaces
Cybersecurity Act: Establishes framework for cybersecurity requirements and critical information infrastructure protection
Competition Law: Ensures compliance with fair competition practices in software development and licensing
Work Injury Compensation Act: Relevant if the agreement involves on-site development work or deployment activities
