Professional Services/Legal

MinLaw sanctions four law firms, lawyer linked to 2023 money laundering case

Investigations have been completed for 11 of the 24 firms under scrutiny.

MoF seeks feedback on corporate accounting laws

The amendments aim to prevent the misuse of companies for unlawful purposes.

mm2 Asia asked to repay $7.56m loan from Linkwasha

The company is given a three-week deadline to settle the said sum.

Enviro-Hub files lawsuit in Malaysian High Court

This follows a company's failure to pay Enviro-Hub $6.95m (RM23m).

Singapore and Mongolia ink MOU on judicial cooperation

The courts seek closer cooperation in areas such as judicial training.

CCCS takes action vs firm using AI for fake Sgcarmart reviews

CCCS found seven fake reviews using customers’ names, plates, and car photos without consent.

Court of Appeal rejects Three Arrows founders' bid to set aside disclosure orders

The court also overturned a lower court decision permitting liquidators to examine one founder.

Singtel’s Optus settles $83.4m fine over improper sales practices

The inappropriate practices occurred between August 2019 and July 2023.

SAL to teach lawyers how to stay ahead of AI curve

Jurists must develop critical thinking when using high-tech tools.

CCCS flags Agoda over ‘misleading’ mobile and website features

Agoda has since voluntarily provided an undertaking and made appropriate changes.

Enviro-Hub demands $6.95m from Pastel Gloves over failed profit guarantee

PGSB is expected to pay the full amount within seven days of receiving the letter.

Bromat Holdings gets demand letter for outstanding bill

If unpaid, Sandbox will take legal action and claim interest and legal fees.

Innovation key to ADR relevance—Singapore minister

Singapore aims to keep its ADR ecosystem relevant, trusted and useful to businesses.