What is the New Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI? On 22 January 2026, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Singapore launched the Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI (the Framework), developed by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). It is described as the world’s first comprehensive…
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Singapore Passes Tougher Anti-Vaping Laws: What You Need to Know
Singapore has passed tougher laws under the new Tobacco and Vaporisers Control Act, introducing significantly tougher penalties for vaping-related offences, as the government steps up efforts to curb the growing use of vapes, especially among young people. The legislative changes will increase fines and jail terms for those who use,…
Singapore Expands Public Sector Data Sharing Law
In recent years, public agencies have increasingly partnered with trusted organisations outside of the public sector to reach Singaporeans effectively – these organisations include social service agencies, community partners and self-help groups such as SG Enable, the Chinese Development Assistance Council, Mendaki, Sinda, and the Eurasian Association. Previously, these external…
Making a Will Online in Singapore: Why and How to Get Started Today
Traditionally, if you wanted to make a will you would need to visit a lawyer and instruct them on how your affairs should be settled after your death. The lawyer then drafts a will according to your instructions for you to sign. But did you know that wills can now…
FAQs on Singapore’s New Food Safety and Security Act
Singapore’s new Food Safety and Security Act (FSSA) is a single, comprehensive statute that consolidates and updates Singapore’s food‑related laws. As the name suggests, the FSSA is targeted at strengthening Singapore’s food safety and food security regime. While the FSSA was passed by Parliament on 8 January 2025, it is…
Singapore to Scrap Performing Artiste Work Permit Scheme
If you run an entertainment outlet in Singapore – or if you are a performing artiste based in Singapore – pay attention to this. In December 2025, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) announced that the Performing Artiste Work Permit Scheme would be scrapped as of 1 June 2026. Launched in…
CPF Changes in 2026: What Employers and Employees Need to Know
The Central Provident Fund (CPF) system has undergone a series of changes in recent years as part of the Government’s policy objective to strengthen retirement adequacy, while balancing the impact of take-home pay and business costs. These adjustments include incremental increases to the CPF monthly Ordinary Wage (OW) ceiling and…
New Rules on Psychiatric Expert Evidence in Criminal Cases
Psychiatric expert evidence has become increasingly important in Singapore’s criminal justice system. It helps the courts determine whether an accused person’s mental state affected their criminal responsibility, intent, or even ability to stand trial. With growing awareness of mental health issues and their intersection with the law, psychiatric evidence has…
New Measures to Tackle Drug-Laced Vapes in Singapore
On 1 September 2025, Singapore introduced sweeping changes to its legal framework on vaping and vaping-related offences. While vaping has been illegal in Singapore since 2018, the new changes reflect the government’s decision to treat vaping, and especially drug-laced vaping, not simply as a public-health or tobacco matter, but as…
New Dispute Resolution Process for Workplace Discrimination
Singapore has implemented a comprehensive framework to address workplace discrimination, marking a major shift in how employees can seek recourse for unfair treatment. The landmark legislation was introduced in two parts, through two Bills. The first was the Workplace Fairness Bill, which was tabled in November 2024, and passed in…
