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Dark patterns are a growing concern, particularly in video games, of which vulnerable children are frequent users. Regulators globally are increasingly cracking down on dark patterns under privacy, advertising and consumer protection laws.
Media & Entertainment
Commercial
Regulatory & Compliance

Regulating Dark Patterns: Tackling Deceptive Design in Video Games and Beyond

Date
Mar 18, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The Digital Infrastructure Act (DIA), to be introduced in 2025, will improve Singapore’s digital resilience and security, complementing existing regulations such as the Cybersecurity Act.
Data Protection & Cybersecurity
Commercial
Regulatory & Compliance

Digital Infrastructure Act to be Introduced in 2025

Date
Mar 10, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The Guidelines aim to reduce the impact of service disruptions on Singapore’s economy and society, and outline industry best practices, incorporating lessons learned from past incidents and advancements in technology.
Data Protection & Cybersecurity
Commercial
Regulatory & Compliance
TMT

IMDA Releases Advisory Guidelines for Cloud Service Providers and Data Centres

Date
Mar 9, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The new Workplace Fairness Act prohibits adverse employment decisions based on protected characteristics and requires employers to adopt fair practices.
Employment
Regulatory & Compliance

Workplace Fairness Act Passed

Date
Feb 17, 2025
Author
OrionW
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While post-judgment interest cannot run on a buy-out order, a discretionary enhancement calculated as interest is permissible to account for delays.
Corporate
Commercial
Dispute Resolution

Court of Appeal Orders Discretionary Enhancement in Oppression Buy-out Valuation to Account for Delays

Date
Feb 6, 2025
Author
OrionW
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In the updated PS Act licensing guidelines, the Monetary Authority of Singapore clarifies the external audit requirements for digital payment token licence applicants.
FinTech
Payment Services
Regulatory & Compliance
Technology
TMT

MAS Clarifies External Audit Requirements in Updated PS Act Licensing Guidelines

Date
Feb 3, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore extended the Revised Enhanced Mediation Promotion Scheme until 31 March 2028, to encourage resolution of intellectual property disputes amicably by providing funding for the mediation process.
Intellectual Property

IPOS Extends Revised Enhanced Mediation Promotion Scheme

Date
Feb 3, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The Legal 500 ranked OrionW for the 9th straight year as a leading TMT local firm in Singapore. Managing Director Winnie Chang was also lauded by The Legal 500 as a Leading Partner and by Chambers and Partners as a Ranked Practitioner.
Media & Entertainment
Data Protection & Cybersecurity
Technology
Telecommunications
FinTech

OrionW and Winnie Chang Earn Rankings for 2025 in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners

Date
Jan 22, 2025
Author
OrionW
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The Platform Workers Act 2024, which commenced on 1 January 2025, strengthens protections for individuals working for ride-hailing and food delivery services.
Employment
Regulatory & Compliance

Gig Economy: Strengthened Protections for Platform Workers from 1 January 2025

Date
Jan 18, 2025
Author
OrionW
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