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SGX Mainboard & Catalist Public Companies Report l H1 2025

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This edition of the Conyers SGX Mainboard & Catalist Public Companies Report summarises selected key transactions involving companies listed on the Mainboard and Catalist Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading...more

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The Effect of Irregularities on the Validity of a Creditors’ Meeting

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The courts are generally reluctant to interfere with the outcomes of creditors’ meetings at which resolutions are voted on and passed. After all, such resolutions are decided and voted on by the creditors, thereby...more

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Confidentiality in the Digital Age: The Singapore approach

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In a digital age where large volumes of data can be transferred and retained with ease, the Singapore High Court’s recent decision in Hayate Partners Pte Ltd v Rajan Sunil Kumar [2025] SGHC 41 sheds light on a growing...more

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Tackling Greenwashing: Singapore's Approach and APAC's Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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Singapore shows leadership in a diverse APAC market where the race is on to strengthen transparency in environmental claims and combat greenwashing....more

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Combatting Scams in Australia, Singapore, China and Hong Kong

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The increased reliance on digital communication and online banking has created greater potential for digitally-enabled scams. If not appropriately addressed, scam losses may undermine confidence in digital systems, resulting...more

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South & Southeast Asia M&A Report

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We are pleased to provide this twice-annual report summarising notable mergers and acquisitions activity in South and Southeast Asia, highlighting transactions over US$100 million in aggregate value. This edition features...more

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CPSC Calls for an Investigation into Shein and Temu

In an open letter published on September 3, 2024, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Commissioners Peter Feldman and Douglas Dziak called for an investigation into foreign-owned e-commerce platforms Shein and Temu to...more

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Quarterly Cartel Catch-Up: Summer Surge Foreshadows Enforcement Intrigue

Despite the summer doldrums, cartel enforcers around the world had several notable enforcement actions and, perhaps more importantly, signaled a busy fall and winter. In the United States, the Department of Justice’s...more

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Arbitration and Insolvency: A Comparative View from England & Wales, Singapore and Hong Kong

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If the agreement between a creditor and debtor refers disputes to arbitration, what limits should be placed on the creditor to pursue winding-up proceedings based on an unpaid debt under that agreement? Should a court simply...more

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Weekly Blockchain Blog - April 2024 #2

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AI Protocols Merge, VC Crypto Funding Increases, Tether Completes SOC 2 Audit - According to a recent press release, “SingularityNET (SNET), the world’s first decentralized Artificial Intelligence (AI) network, Fetch.ai, a...more

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Sustainability and ESG Advisory Practice Update, March 2024

We are pleased to share the March 2024 issue of Wilson Sonsini’s Sustainability and ESG Advisory Practice Update. Each issue combines news, key legal developments, and resources related to sustainability and environmental,...more

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Singapore International Commercial Court Issues First Decision on Recognition of Cross-Border Bankruptcy Cases under Model Law

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Established in 2015 as a trusted neutral forum to meet increasing demand for effective transnational dispute resolution, the Singapore International Commercial Court (the "SICC") is a division of the General Division of the...more

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ESG in APAC: 3 Trends to Watch in 2024

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Faced with increased scrutiny by consumers, regulators, shareholders and boards, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations have been at the forefront for multinational companies globally. Multinational...more

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Asia Regulatory Update Newsletter - December 2023

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As ESG regulation in Asia develops at an increasing pace, Latham lawyers give an update on noteworthy developments across the region covering the second half of the year. ...more

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Interpreting the UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency: Singapore courts adopt a uniform, consistent and expansive...

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Creditors involved in cross-border restructuring or insolvency proceedings of corporate groups will find that the approach of the Singapore courts to questions of cross-border insolvency provides the assurance of an orderly...more

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Emerging Asia powering ahead with decarbonisation agenda

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Asia is at the forefront of the global challenge to balance economic development, climate adaptation and mitigation, and energy security. The region is diverse, dynamic and pragmatic, facing both the risks and opportunities...more

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AnAn affirmed – Singapore court confirms arbitration agreements trump winding-up applications

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The Singapore High Court has again confirmed that a winding-up application concerning a disputed debt that is subject to an arbitration agreement will be dismissed if the arbitration agreement is prima facie valid and covers...more

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September 2023 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note, while we address some country-specific updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Alert contains information regarding global restrictions and closures as they stand today. Given the constantly changing...more

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Court Upholds Tornado Cash Sanctions; New Crypto Products Launch; IRS Proposes Digital Asset Regulations; Crypto Enforcement and...

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District Court Upholds Tornado Cash Sanctions, DOJ Charges Founders - On August 17, a Texas federal court found that Tornado Cash, a crypto mixer (which obscures the source of crypto transactions) is an entity that can be...more

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Regulatory Updates in Asia ESG - August 2023

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As ESG regulation in Asia develops at an increasing pace, Latham lawyers give an update on noteworthy developments across the region....more

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District Energy: review of international regulation and the future of district heating and cooling in Australia

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Global demand for air conditioning is projected to triple over the next 30 years, with most of this demand emanating from developing countries. Given the global commitment towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and the...more

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Cryptocurrency Not Recognised as Money, Singapore High Court Rules

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The Singapore High Court recently rejected Algorand Foundation’s application to liquidate Three Arrows Capital based on a claim of 53.5 million USD Coin (USDC)—a form of cryptocurrency also known as a stablecoin, designed to...more

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The European Union and Singapore Launch Digital Partnership

In a statement released on February 1, 2023, the European Union ("EU") and Singapore strengthened their cooperation as strategic partners. Following the announcement of a new Digital Partnership between the EU and Singapore....more

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Singapore: A Rising Tiger Economy for Startups and Venture Capital in Asia

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As we project ourselves forward in 2023, amidst the clouds, a bright spot for optimism is burning brightly for early stage, deep tech startup companies and investors. It’s no surprise that last year we saw a decrease in...more

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Singapore’s Charge to Net Zero: What It Means for International Energy Transition Players

The Singapore government has committed to enhance the island nation’s green transition ambition to achieve net zero by 2050, a boost from Singapore’s previous goal set in 2020. The energy regulator in Singapore has concluded...more

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