Ep 177: Navigating the Changes to Singapore's Cybersecurity Act - Featuring Sheena Jacob & Daisy Radford

In this podcast episode, Sheena Jacob, Partner at CMS Holborn sits with Daisy Radford, Chair of the Chamber’s Technology Committee, to speak about the nuances around the recent amendments to the 2018 Cybersecurity Act and its impact on businesses.

This episode first gives an overview of the key points and objectives of the 2018 Cybersecurity Act. Sheena then explores the significant amendments introduced in response to the rapid digital transformation during the pandemic. The discussion highlights how third-party systems in the supply chain, new regulated entities, and virtual computer systems are now included in the newly expanded law.

Our speakers also discuss what these changes mean for businesses, particularly those in the supply chain of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) providers, and their impact on Singapore's national security.

Tune in to the whole episode to stay informed on how your business may be impacted by the new regulatory updates on cybersecurity and how you can stay on top of the current regulatory requirements. If you’re a CII provider, a cybersecurity vendor, or part of the cybersecurity and IT supply chain, this episode is not to be missed.

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