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ASEAN concludes negotiations for the Digital Economy Framework Agreement. Commercial and Trade Law · SLW PINEAPPLE TART · ACT ON

Singapore Code on Take-Overs and Mergers revised as of 16 July 2026. Mergers and Acquisitions Law · SLW PINEAPPLE TART · ACT ON

IMDA and IAPP partner to introduce standardized AI governance certifications. Privacy Law · PDPC $0.60 · FRESH

PDPC releases updated regulatory guidance on Generative AI and agentic AI. Privacy Law · PDPC $0.60 · FRESH

PDPC emphasizes proactive accountability in AI data governance. Privacy Law · PDPC $0.60 · FRESH

High Court highlights risks of linguistic nuance and translation errors in criminal evidence. Criminal Law · SLW $0.60 · FRESH

Minister Josephine Teo warns of unpredictable legal risks associated with agentic AI. Privacy Law · SLW $0.60 · FRESH

Risk of 'Model Autophagy Disorder' necessitates enhanced data authentication for AI reliability. Privacy Law · SLW $0.60 · FRESH

Pro Bono SG launches Inclusive Justice Law Centre for individuals with intellectual and mental disabilities. Public and Administrative Law · SLW $0.30 · TRACKING

Prosecution withdraws remaining charges against Hin Leong founder O.K. Lim Criminal Law · SLW $0.30 · TRACKING

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ASEAN concludes negotiations for the Digital Economy Framework Agreement.

ASEAN has finalized negotiations for the first comprehensive region-wide agreement focused on the digital economy. The framework aims to integrate the digital economies of all ASEAN Member States and is targeted for signing in November 2026.

Why it mattersLawyers advising clients on regional expansion or digital trade should monitor the final text for new cross-border digital economy obligations and standards.

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Singapore Code on Take-Overs and Mergers revised as of 16 July 2026.

The revised Code, effective from 16 July 2026, introduces updates to protect the competitive nature of take-over and merger transactions. It specifically focuses on improving the timeliness and certainty of schemes of arrangement and enhancing disclosure requirements for shareholders and investors.

Why it mattersPractitioners handling M&A and schemes of arrangement must ensure compliance with the updated disclosure and procedural requirements to avoid transaction delays.