Patents Act (Cap. 221): Primary legislation governing patent protection and enforcement in Singapore, crucial for technology transfer agreements involving patented innovations
Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Regulates protection of original works including software, technical documentation, and other copyrightable elements of technology
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Relevant for technology transfers involving branded technology or associated trademarks
Registered Designs Act (Cap. 266): Protects industrial designs that may be part of the technology transfer
Trade Secrets Protection: Common law principles protecting confidential information and know-how in technology transfer
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures technology transfer agreements don't contain anti-competitive provisions or restrict market competition
Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic contracts and digital signatures if agreement is executed electronically
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates handling of personal data that may be involved in technology transfer
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Relevant for technology transfers involving critical information infrastructure or cybersecurity technology
Computer Misuse Act: Provides framework for computer crimes and unauthorized access, relevant for software technology transfers
Strategic Goods (Control) Act: Controls export of strategic technology and technical data that could have dual-use applications
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of royalties and other income from technology transfer agreements
Stamp Duties Act: May apply to certain documents executed in relation to the technology transfer
Withholding Tax Regulations: Requirements for withholding tax on royalty payments, especially in cross-border transfers
