Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Primary legislation governing the collection, use, disclosure, and handling of personal data in Singapore. Essential for data protection clauses in IT services.
Computer Misuse Act: Legislation addressing cybercrime and unauthorized access to computer systems. Relevant for security obligations and breach handling.
Copyright Act: Protects intellectual property rights in software, documentation, and other IT-related materials.
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures, relevant for service delivery and documentation.
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Establishes framework for protection of critical information infrastructure and cybersecurity services regulation.
Contract Law (Common Law): Singapore's common law principles governing contract formation, execution, and enforcement.
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly important for liability and indemnity clauses.
Cloud Service Provider Certification: Certification requirements for cloud service providers operating in Singapore, including security standards.
Multi-Tier Cloud Security Standards: Singapore's cloud security standards defining different tiers of security requirements for cloud services.
Technology Risk Management Guidelines: MAS guidelines for technology risk management, particularly relevant if services involve financial sector.
Employment Act: Relevant if the IT services agreement involves staff transfer or managed personnel services.
Cross Border Privacy Rules System: Framework for cross-border data transfers and privacy protection in the APAC region.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Applicable if IT services are provided to consumers, ensuring fair trading practices.
Competition Act: Ensures fair competition in service provision and prevents anti-competitive practices.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements including Banking Act, Healthcare Services Act, and Telecommunications Act depending on service scope.
