Updates on the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

British Chamber of Commerce Singapore

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About the Webinar

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

The enhanced PDPA came into operation in February 2021, which expands the ability of organisations to use personal data while also increasing accountability for data breaches.

Notably, it introduces a mandatory breach notification framework, expanded exceptions and deemed notification framework allowing personal data to be used without consent.

Further changes in relation to the introduction of a data portability regime are also expected to be operative in the near future.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Learn how to benefit from the enhanced PDPA in terms of the broadened permitted use of personal data. Be aware of the pitfalls and new requirements such as the data breach notification obligation.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Personnel in legal, human resources, employment and data protection will benefit from understanding the new terms and requirments.

Speakers

Janice Goh

Partner at Cavenagh Law LLP

Lena Ng

Partner at Clifford Chance Pte Ltd

Lena Ng leads the financial regulatory practice in our Singapore office and advises on the full range of financial regulatory issues relating to financial services and market products, including banking services, securities, futures, derivatives, funds and payment services.

Lena advises banks, financial institutions, corporates (including commodities houses), funds and payment service providers on licensing requirements, exemptions, conduct of business and other regulatory requirements. In addition, she advises on custody, collateral, netting and clearing issues, as well as cash and credit risk management.

Originally from Singapore, she joined Clifford Chance in 2001 after receiving her LLM from University College London. She is admitted to practice law in multiple jurisdictions including as a solicitor in England & Wales and Hong Kong, and as an advocate & solicitor in Singapore.

Lena's practice extends to advising on bank secrecy, confidentiality and data privacy. She is also part of the firm's Tech Group and advises on fintech, cryptocurrency and blockchain related matters.