August 18, 2021 | Finance, Regulatory Updates
Cryptocurrencies and ESG values As the cryptocurrency industry rises in prominence (with Bitcoin and increasingly, Ethereum being 2 of the most popular cryptocurrencies by market value), many Financial Institutions (“FIs”) worldwide have shown interest in virtual...
July 12, 2021 | Regulatory Updates
Due to the disruption arising from the spread of COVID-19, there is a global shift towards technological advancements and transformation. The use of electronic signatures instead of traditional “wet ink” signatures has become more common. This article will explore the...
May 11, 2021 | Family Law
On 2 May 2021, the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) published a Consultation Paper entitled “How to Better Support Children and Divorcees, And Reduce Acrimony in Divorce”. The Consultation Paper was compiled after engaging with more than 120 divorcee...
May 11, 2021 | Finance, Regulatory Updates
On 21 July 2020, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) published a Consultation Paper on a proposed new omnibus Act for the financial sector (the “Omnibus Act”). The consultation period has closed on 20 August 2020. The Omnibus Act will be a standalone...
April 22, 2021 | Family Law
Summary In UZN v UZM [2020] SGCA 109 (“UZN”), the Court of Appeal allowed an appeal regarding a division of matrimonial assets by drawing an adverse inference against a party who failed to disclose/adequately explain his assets. Reaching a fair assessment: How does a...