Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation protecting software as intellectual property, essential for defining ownership and licensing rights in software purchase agreements
Computer Misuse Act 1993: Legislation addressing unauthorized access and use of computer systems, relevant for security provisions and usage restrictions
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for data handling provisions in software agreements
Application of English Law Act: Establishes the application of common law principles in Singapore's contract law framework
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act 2003: Protects consumer interests in B2C transactions, ensuring fair trading practices and consumer rights
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly important for liability and warranty clauses
Supply of Goods Act: Governs the quality and fitness for purpose of goods supplied, applicable to software products
Electronic Transactions Act 2010: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures in contracts
Competition Act 2004: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business agreements
ASEAN Framework on Personal Data Protection: Regional framework for data protection compliance, relevant for cross-border software distribution
