Bowyer Research has called on Apple shareholders to support Proposal No. 8, which requests the company to issue a report by March 31, 2025, analyzing the alignment of Apple's privacy and human rights policies with its actions, particularly in war zones and oppressive regimes. The proposal aims to scrutinize Apple's commitment to human rights amid concerns over its handling of content moderation and compliance with local government regulations, including those hostile to human rights. Apple's Board of Directors opposes the proposal, claiming that the company already respects human rights and is transparent about its approach to complex situations. However, Bowyer Research criticizes the Board's response as mischaracterizing the proposal and offering vague commitments in the face of serious concerns, such as the company's differing responses to human rights issues in Russia and China. The report suggests that Apple's stance may jeopardize its trust with shareholders and create reputational risks.

Bowyer Research has called on Apple shareholders to support Proposal No. 8, which requests the company to issue a report by March 31, 2025, analyzing the alignment of Apple's privacy and human rights policies with its actions, particularly in war zones and oppressive regimes. The proposal aims to scrutinize Apple's commitment to human rights amid concerns over its handling of content moderation and compliance with local government regulations, including those hostile to human rights. Apple's Board of Directors opposes the proposal, claiming that the company already respects human rights and is transparent about its approach to complex situations. However, Bowyer Research criticizes the Board's response as mischaracterizing the proposal and offering vague commitments in the face of serious concerns, such as the company's differing responses to human rights issues in Russia and China. The report suggests that Apple's stance may jeopardize its trust with shareholders and create reputational risks.