Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights, particularly relevant for protecting software code, documentation, and creative elements of the prototype
Patents Act: Legislation governing patent rights and protection of inventions, crucial for any novel technical innovations in the prototype
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data; essential if the prototype involves processing personal information
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic contracts and signatures, providing legal recognition of electronic records and signatures in contracts
Contract Law of Singapore: Common law principles governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies, based on English common law
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act: Regulates the rights of third parties to enforce terms of a contract to which they are not a party
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Controls the use of unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding limitation of liability
Employment Act: Relevant if the prototype development involves employees, governing employment terms and conditions
Computer Misuse Act: Relevant for software development, addressing cybersecurity and unauthorized access to computer systems
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Establishes framework for protection of critical information infrastructure and cybersecurity requirements
Work Injury Compensation Act: Provides framework for compensation in case of work-related injuries during prototype development
Skills Development Levy Act: Relevant if the project involves training or skills development of workforce
