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Single-income and dual-income marriages: Identifying the applicable approach for the division of matrimonial assets

In WXW v WXX [2025] SGHC(A) 2, the Appellate Division of the High Court clarified that whether a marriage is classified as single-income or dual-income in nature is dependent on the roles undertaken and discharged by the spouses during the marriage.

Ignore an arbitration at your own risk

In DEM v DEL [2025] SGCA 1, the Court of Appeal considered among other things whether a non-participating party to an arbitration can challenge the award on grounds that the arbitrator failed to consider a point which was not put in issue.

Protection from Scams Bill: What banks should take note

We highlight key aspects of the Protection from Scams Bill, such as the basis and impact of restriction orders issued by specified police officers, and the potential risks for banks.

Data Protection, Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice

On 17 January 2025, Association of South East-Asian Nations (“ASEAN”) unveiled the ASEAN Guide on Data Anonymisation (the “Guide”) at the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting in Thailand.

Key Developments in relation to Sustainable Finance and the Lending Market in Singapore – Q4 2024

The fourth quarter of 2024 and start of 2025 saw several developments that may impact the Singapore lending market.

Division of matrimonial assets & the co-mingling of pre-marital assets

In WQP v WQQ [2024] SGHC(A) 34, the Appellate Division of the High Court held that the fact that the pool of matrimonial assets comprises substantial pre-marriage assets

10 Highlights from the new SIAC Arbitration Rules with effect from 1 January 2025 2025

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) 2025 Arbitration Rules has come into force on 1 January 2025. Unless otherwise agreed by the parties,

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