Theodore Tay

Theodore Tay

Drew & Napier

Theodore has extensive experience in advising payment service providers and fund management companies on their regulatory obligations and represented his clients in conversations with the Monetary Authority of Singapore to seek regulatory approval of solutions tailored to his clients’ unique circumstances. Theodore specialises in advising local and foreign financial institutions on applicable Singapore regulations and compliance matters, such as those under the Payment Services Act 2019, Securities and Futures Act 2001, Financial Advisers Act 2001 and the MAS’ notices and guidance including those relating to consumer protection, outsourcing and AML/CFT. He also assists financial institutions with the applicable licensing regime in Singapore. Theodore has advised entities on their data protection obligations in Singapore.

Theodore has extensive experience in advising payment service providers and fund management companies on their regulatory obligations and represented his clients in conversations with the Monetary Authority of Singapore to seek regulatory approval of solutions tailored to his clients’ unique circumstances. Theodore specialises in advising local and foreign financial institutions on applicable Singapore regulations and compliance matters, such as those under the Payment Services Act 2019, Securities and Futures Act 2001, Financial Advisers Act 2001 and the MAS’ notices and guidance including th...

Publications

Blockchain & Cryptoassets Law Guide

Co-author of the Singapore - Market Insights chapter in the Blockchain & Cryptoassets Law Guide , published 5 October 2026 , alongside Grace Chong and Leanne Chee .