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Apple settles shareholder derivative lawsuits; court preliminarily approves corporate governance reforms
Apple Inc.
- On April 23, 2024, U.S. District Court granted preliminary approval of settlement in In re Apple Inc. Stockholder Derivative Litigation (Case No. 4:19-cv-05153-YGR).
- Settlement requires Apple to adopt enhanced risk oversight, including review of material regulatory compliance issues by Risk Oversight Committee.
- Apple will implement iOS update transparency measures, including Chief Compliance Officer review of release notes on Performance Management.
- Apple will maintain webpage with information on lithium-ion batteries, unexpected shutdowns, and Performance Management as part of extended customer transparency commitments.
- Settlement releases claims against Apple directors and officers; no monetary payment is made, only corporate governance enhancements.