Why Apple's Top Security Officer Must Face Consequences Over Alleged iPad-Gun Permit Deal
Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola
Apple Inc.'s chief security officer, Thomas Moyer, faces bribery charges linked to alleged iPad-based incentives for procuring firearm permits. The case stems from allegations that Moyer pledged to donate 200 iPads, valued between $50,000 and $80,000, to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office to secure concealed firearm permits for four Apple employees. The situation unfolded in 2017 when Apple sought firearm permits to bolster the security of CEO Tim Cook following reports of increased threats.
August 26, 2023 | 7:58 am
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Alphabet Inc. was mentioned in the context of shootings at other companies, such as YouTube’s headquarters in 2018, which led to Apple seeking firearm permits for its employees.
Alphabet Inc. was mentioned in the context of shootings at other companies, which led to Apple seeking firearm permits for its employees. However, this mention does not directly impact Alphabet Inc. or its stock price.
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Apple's chief security officer is facing bribery charges related to an alleged deal to secure firearm permits for Apple employees. This could potentially harm Apple's reputation and investor confidence.
The bribery charges against Apple's chief security officer could potentially harm the company's reputation, which could in turn affect investor confidence and the company's stock price. The fact that the case is linked to efforts to secure firearm permits for Apple employees adds an additional layer of complexity and potential risk.
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