SINGAPORE Trends and Developments Contributed by: Terence Quek, Benjamin Cheong and Favian Tan Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP
Malaysia
Singapore
Indonesia
Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP is a leading full-service law firm and member firm of Rajah & Tann Asia, which is one of the largest regional networks and has more than 1,000 fee-earners. With a thriving tech M&A practice representing investors and enterprises in- volved in all facets of the data and digital economy, the team has acted frequently in acquisitions/divest- ments and investments into growth-stage companies operating in blockchain, cryptocurrency, agrifood tech, fintech, deep tech, legal tech and medtech, in addition to social networking, gaming and e-com-
merce. The team is highly adept at providing prac- tical advice on the complex issues that often arise in tech M&A transactions – from conducting IP and cybersecurity due diligence to drafting transitional service agreements and invention assignment agree- ments and designing data protection policies. The firm has offices in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines, and dedicated desks focusing on Brunei, Japan and South Asia.
Authors
Terence Quek is the co-deputy head of Rajah & Tann Singapore’s M&A practice, with more than 23 years of experience in M&A, private equity/ venture capital deals, local and cross-border joint ventures, corporate
Benjamin Cheong is the deputy head of Rajah & Tann’s TMT practice. Throughout his career, he has
successfully served clients across a wide range of industries including IT, media, hospitality, telecommunications, semiconductors, life sciences, financial services and insurance. Benjamin’s expertise extends to cross-border joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and technology outsourcing deals. He possesses a deep understanding of legal issues surrounding emerging technologies such as blockchain and AI, enabling him to lead these transactions effectively. Benjamin’s ability to keep pace with the latest technological trends also allows him to offer comprehensive and informed representation and advice on deals involving cutting-edge technology.
restructurings, corporate rescues and general commercial law. He has advised on the sale and purchase of companies, undertakings and businesses in almost every sector of industry. Terence is also actively involved in a wide spectrum of investment transactions on both the buy and sell side, ranging from seed financing and early-stage investment to growth capital, exits, and joint venture deals involving both local and cross-border entities.
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