Since the enactment of Singapore’s Cybersecurity Act (Act) in August 2018, the digital battlefield has transformed dramatically. The nation’s move towards digitalisation has not only spurred the growth of Singapore’s digital economy but also brought new cyber threats and challenges to the fore.
Given this, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA
Continue Reading Imminent Changes to Singapore’s Cybersecurity Act: New Obligations on Service ProvidersAuthors: Carolyn Bigg, Yue Lin Lee and Daisy Wong
Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) has issued its first decision on the Legitimate Interests Exception under the PDPA.
While the PDPA remains largely a consent-based regime, the Legitimate Interests Exception is one of the exceptions from consent available under the PDPA.
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Yue Lin Lee
The provision setting out significantly higher financial penalties for Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (“PDPA”) is now in force.
There is now an increased risk for organisations contravening the PDPA in Singapore.
This means that in relation to any intentional or negligent contravention of:
Continue Reading SINGAPORE: Increased financial penalties under the PDPA now in effect
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Yue Lin Lee, Gwyneth To
Increased financial penalties
From 1 October 2022, companies that breach the PDPA may face fines of up to:
Penalties imposed under the PDPA could
Continue Reading Singapore: Higher Fines for Breach of Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA) – up to 10% of Singapore Turnover
