AAOI · Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.

At the annual meeting held on June 4, 2026, shareholders of Applied Optoelectronics approved all six proposals. Notably, the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan was approved with over 34.8 million votes in favor, authorizing 2.5 million new shares plus a rollover of shares from prior plans, for a total reserve of up to 5.76 million shares. The plan replaces the prior 2021 and 2013 plans and provides for grants of stock options, restricted stock, and other equity awards to employees, directors, and consultants. The strong shareholder support indicates alignment with the company's compensation strategy.