EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement – Enhancing Digital Trade between Singapore and the EU
Introduction In light of the increasing prevalence of digital trade, which now makes up around 25% of international trade, Singapore – as a global trade hub – has demonstrated a keen focus on developing stronger bilateral ties in the area of digital economy. Such trade ties are of particular importance against the current backdrop […]
Singapore Issues Advisory on Export Controls on Advanced Semiconductor and AI Technologies
Introduction Export controls have become more complex over the last few years given the evolution of, and continued advancements in, technology. The risks of chips and artificial intelligence being imbibed and utilised within various products has meant greater enforcement. In Singapore, this was aptly demonstrated in a recent case regarding the movement of advanced […]
IMDA Issues Advisory Guidelines for Resilience and Security of Cloud Service and Data Centres
Introduction As we become increasingly reliant on digital services, including online banking and e-commerce, the resilience and security of Cloud Services and Data Centres (“DCs“) become of vital importance. Such digital services are dependent on the continued availability and functioning of Cloud Services and DCs, and disruptions can lead to adverse impact. To […]
Singapore Launches New AI Safety Initiatives at Global AI Action Summit
Introduction The Artificial Intelligence Action Summit (“Summit“) was held on 10 and 11 February 2025 in Paris, at which political, business and civil society leaders came together to foster international cooperation in key areas of artificial intelligence (“AI“), including AI governance, innovation, and safety. At the Summit, Singapore’s Minister for Digital Development and Information, Mrs […]
New Code of Practice for App Distribution Services to Protect Users from Harmful Content
Introduction The Infocomm Media Development Authority (“IMDA“) has issued a Code of Practice for Online Safety for App Distribution Services (“Code“), which takes effect from 31 March 2025. The Code requires designated App Distribution Services (“ADSs“) to enhance online user safety, particularly for children, and curb the spread of harmful content on their service. […]
Expanded ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
Introduction The rapid development of artificial intelligence (“AI“) shows no sign of slowing down, and with its increased proliferation, governments have been seeking to establish national frameworks to ensure the controlled and secure development and deployment of AI. In recognition of the cross-boundary nature of AI, governments have also been looking towards greater cooperation […]
Global AI Assurance Pilot
Protection from Scams Bill Passed in Parliament
Introduction The Protection from Scams Bill (“Bill“) was passed in Parliament on 7 January 2025. The Bill will empower specified officers to issue a Restriction Order (“RO“) to banks to restrict the banking transactions of an individual, if there is reason to believe that the individual will make transactions to a scammer. The […]
Determining PDPA Contravention: Judicial Elucidation of Deemed Consent and Consent Exceptions
Introduction Every organisation manages its fair share of personal data. In order to ensure that such data is duly secured and protected, it is critical to ensure compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (“PDPA“). The PDPA prescribes standards and outlines legislative requirements governing the collection, use, disclosure and care of personal data […]
Three Guides Unveiled at ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN) 2025
