Focus

Media & Entertainment

Empowering imagination

Media
& Entertainment

We provide a broad range of services to media and entertainment companies from around the world, from leading global information and analytics companies to Asian and European gaming companies. We support all you do, from content development and licensing to distribution arrangements.  

We have advised on the protection and exploitation of intellectual property assets, media, broadcasting and gaming regulations, marketing promotions, competition and employment law and acquisitions and disposals of assets and businesses. OrionW has also helped companies in the media and entertainment sector augment their traditional businesses with services that involve digital tokens.

Our expertise in media and entertainment services cover:

  • Media and broadcasting
  • Sports, esports and gaming
  • Internet and social media
  • Publishing, content and distribution transactions
  • Sponsorship, advertising and merchandising agreements
  • Mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures for media and entertainment businesses
  • Licensing and regulatory compliance advice on various media and entertainment platforms, including digital and print media

Credentials

Representative Matters

Esports league expansion

Acted for one of the world’s largest online technology and entertainment companies on the operation of an esports league.

Influencer network regulatory compliance project

Represented an enterprise developing a new digital entertainment platform to enhance the efficiency of the ‘influencer economy’ in compliance with Singapore securities, anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing and data protection laws and regulations.

Publishing agreements

Advised a leading global educational content provider and publisher in connection with its author and contributor agreements.

Satellite television services licensing support

Advised a multinational telecommunications network operator on regulatory compliance issues relating to the licensing of satellite television services in Singapore.

Sports platform digital token offering

Acted for a European enterprise on its digital token offering, to support its development of a new blockchain-based sports platform.

Rewards programme regulatory compliance

Advised a world-class luxury hospitality company on Singapore regulatory requirements relating to its proposed rewards programme for travel agents.

Testimonials

OrionW is “very knowledgeable about the technology sector, very responsive and very commercial.”

Asialaw Profiles 2023 edition

Testimonials

OrionW provides “an excellent service, is very knowledgeable in the technology sector and provides excellent value for money.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2019 edition

Testimonials

"Winnie Chang leads the team and provides outstanding support, based on many years of experience."

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024 edition

Testimonials

OrionW is “a high quality TMT firm with reliable and consistent output.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2022 edition

Testimonials

"The team has extensive experience in TMT, and is always responsive and standby the clients’ needs. OrionW has unique quality to fully understand the client’s needs and tailor their advice to the client’s situation."

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024 edition

Testimonials

OrionW has “deep sectoral knowledge of telecommunications and technology and associated regulation; diligent, timely and cost-effective work.”

Asialaw Profiles 2021 edition

Testimonials

Winnie Chang is “approachable, deeply knowledgeable and responsive.”

Asialaw Profiles 2024 edition

Testimonials

OrionW is a “great boutique law firm specialising in technology. The firm is strong on complex commercial technology arrangements. The soft skills of the firm are impressive including clear and responsive communication with clients.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2020 edition

Testimonials

“OrionW is very strong on technology law, including regulatory, commercial and M&A matters, and my ‘go to’ firm in Singapore.”

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2020 edition

Testimonials

OrionW gives “clear, practical advice that is delivered promptly..."

Asialaw Profiles 2024 edition

Testimonials

“We enjoyed working with OrionW. Communication, understanding of the deal, knowledge and application of the law as well as good budget management were all strengths. There were no weaknesses during the transaction.”

Asialaw Profiles 2020 edition

Testimonials

"Winnie Chang is super responsive and practical in giving advice."

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024 edition

Testimonials

OrionW has the “ability to understand our business and our needs, combined with high work capacity and the ability to get things done in time with the right quality.”

Asialaw Profiles 2020 edition

Testimonials

OrionW is “pragmatic, responsive, set expectations correctly.”

Asialaw Profiles 2020 edition

Testimonials

OrionW is “knowledgeable about the regulatory issues. Assisted with regulator communications.”

Asialaw Profiles 2019 edition

Testimonials

“Winnie Chang is an extremely experienced and able technology lawyer, with a very practical commercial approach.

Asialaw Profiles 2023 edition

Testimonials

“Winnie Chang has a robust practice in the TMT space and frequently advises on matters relating to fintech, including blockchain and payment services issues. She is well placed to handle cross-border mandates.”

Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific 2021 edition

Testimonials

“Winnie Chang is very knowledgeable and responsive.”

Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific 2024 edition

Insights

Stay Informed

Singapore announces upcoming measures in 2023 to tackle online crimes, harmful content on app stores and online games and the security of virtualised systems and AI systems.

Singapore Announces Upcoming Measures to Enhance Online Safety

Date
Apr 18, 2023
Author
OrionW
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The Online Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 2022, which commenced on 1 February 2023, empowers the IMDA to issue directions and disable access to egregious content on online communication services.

Singapore Introduces New Online Safety Provisions to Tackle Online Egregious Content

Date
Feb 17, 2023
Author
OrionW
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As part of its strategy to become a global hub for intellectual property and other intangible assets, Singapore’s corporate and IP regulatory authorities have proposed a framework for enterprises to disclose information about intangibles.

ACRA & IPOS Consult on Proposed Intangibles Disclosure Framework

Date
Dec 19, 2022
Author
OrionW
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