Apple's Tim Cook Steps Down After 15 Years as CEO

Summary

Tim Cook will step down as Apple's CEO on September 1, 2026, handing over leadership to John Ternus while transitioning to executive chairman.

Key Points
  • Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO effective September 1, 2026.
  • John Ternus, head of Apple's hardware team, will become the new CEO.
  • Tim Cook will remain with Apple as executive chairman, focusing on government relations.
  • Apple grew to a $4 trillion company during Cook's 15-year leadership.
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