The Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (Act) introduces a new consumer data protection regime in Singapore which governs the collection, use, disclosure and protection of personal data by private sector organisations and provides rights of access and correction of personal data for individuals.

This update looks at the key objectives, structural framework and main data protection rules under the new regime.
Key Points:

The Act establishes a new data protection framework for the handling of personal data […]

On November 7, 2013, the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) issued a Staff Notice to Applicants, Listed Issuers, Securities Lawyers and Participating Organizations (“Staff Notice”) that provides guidance for companies considering a listing on the TSX.  In particular, the Staff Notice addresses listing requirements for mineral exploration and development stage companies as well as clarifies the position of the TSX on financial statement disclosure required for listing and stock options granted prior to an initial […]