Sep 1 2026

John Ternus becomes Apple CEO with an AI-focused mandate; Tim Cook moves to executive chairman after 15 years

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Succession announced April 20th, effective September 1st. Cook keeps the Washington and China relationships; Arthur Levinson becomes lead independent director.

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