Apple Inc. has officially announced a major leadership transition, with Tim Cook stepping down as Chief Executive Officer. John Ternus has been named as his successor, with the change scheduled to take effect on September 1, 2026. Cook, who has led the global tech giant for 15 years, will transition into the role of Executive Chairman of the company's board. Ternus, who has been with Apple for over two decades, currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering.
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Apple Announces Leadership Transition: John Ternus to Succeed Tim Cook as CEO in 2026
TLDR
John Ternus named Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook.
Transition set for September 1, 2026.
Cook becomes Executive Chairman after 15 years.
Ternus currently leads hardware engineering.
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