Apple has always used the tools it has at its disposal to influence EU politics, and it was not afraid to spend a record amount of its cash for lobbying
Apple has always used the tools it has at its disposal to influence EU politics, and it was not afraid to spend a record amount of its cash for lobbying officials in 2025 — but it is not the leader amongst big tech in that regard.

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Apple faces a lot of criticism and regulations around the world. Like other companies, it wants to have rules to either work on its behalf or be at least tolerable.

Also like other major organizations, it lobbies lawmakers and officials, all in a bid to massage upcoming laws and regulations more to its liking.


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