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Tim Cook, now Apple’s executive chairman, stated in an interview that he is not interfering with new CEO John Ternus’s operations. Cook emphasized his focus on global policy and government relations, advising Ternus to define his own leadership style rather than mimicking predecessors. The transition, which began years ago, is described by Cook as a textbook example of succession.
Tim Cook, Apple’s new executive chairman, stated in an interview with The Independent that he is not interfering with CEO John Ternus’s day-to-day decisions. Cook emphasized that his current focus is on global policy and government relations, while Ternus handles operational leadership. The transition, which began years ago, was designed to be a 'textbook example' of succession. Cook advised Ternus to 'make it his own job' and not mimic his leadership style, mirroring advice Cook received from Steve Jobs. The handover occurred on September 1, just before the launch of the iPhone Duo, which Cook said was timed to give Ternus immediate momentum.
Tim Cook explained that he stepped down as Apple CEO on September 1 to give successor John Ternus immediate momentum with the upcoming iPhone Duo launch. Cook described the transition as a planned, multi-year process designed to be a 'textbook example,' emphasizing that he is now focused on global policy rather than day-to-day management. He advised Ternus to 'make it your own job' and not mimic his leadership style, mirroring advice he received from Steve Jobs. The interview also highlighted Apple’s new partnership with The King’s Trust and the opening of the Apple Music Hall in London.
Goldman Sachs has denied reports that a definitive timeline exists for CEO David Solomon to step down, with the firm’s spokesperson calling specific dates speculation. While the Wall Street Journal suggests a transition could occur by 2027 or 2028, the bank maintains that succession planning is an ongoing board process without a fixed schedule. Deputy John Waldron remains the widely recognized heir apparent, having received significant retention bonuses and a board seat, though the firm has not confirmed any immediate changes to its leadership structure.
Joseph Baratta, Blackstone’s top private equity executive, is preparing to leave the firm by the end of 2026 to potentially pursue a career in government. He will not be replaced; the division will be led by existing heads like Martin Brand. The move follows a wave of recent executive departures and occurs amid muted fund performance and a surge in public listings.
Apple CEO John Ternus launched the iPhone Duo, a foldable smartphone, at his first major event, signaling a shift toward AI-centric hardware. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is delaying in-house AI model development in favor of Google partnerships, while a massive executive turnover reshapes the company's leadership structure.
John Ternus is Apple’s new CEO, with Tim Cook moving to Executive Chair; in his first memo to staff, Ternus thanks Cook, expresses excitement for the company’s future, and hints at a big launch next week. The note accompanies leadership reshuffles, including Johny Srouji becoming chief hardware officer and Laura Legros returning to Apple with a redesigned product-design team, all ahead of Apple’s upcoming events.
Apple taps John Ternus as CEO, with Tim Cook moving to executive chairman, signaling a shift to put AI at the center of its strategy while maintaining hardware discipline. On transition day, AAPL dipped intraday to about $313 and traded around $316.85 after hours as investors weighed the AI roadmap against iPhone growth. Longer‑term bets reportedly include a foldable iPhone and a revamped Siri powered by Google’s Gemini, with leadership duties around the App Store and product events reassigned to Eddy Cue and Kristin Huguet Quayle ahead of Apple’s September 9 event.
Tim Cook announced his stepping down as Apple’s CEO, will remain executive chair, stressing the team’s mission to build meaningful products and to leave the world better than they found it. Hardware chief John Ternus will take over as CEO, with Cook praising his successor and posting farewell on X.
Longtime Warner Bros. Animation chief Sam Register is leaving after his contract expired, with Warner Bros. Discovery confirming a mutual decision not to renew. A leadership transition is underway: Matt Matzkin will continue to run business operations while a replacement search unfolds, and creative department heads will lead their respective teams. Register, who joined in 2007 and expanded oversight to Cartoon Network Studios in 2020, oversaw shows such as Looney Tunes Cartoons, the Animaniacs revival, Harley Quinn, Young Justice, and more, and expressed gratitude for the ride and excitement for his next chapter.
L3Harris fired chairman and CEO Chris Kubasik after a conduct violation and named Sam Mehta as CEO with Lewis Hay becoming chairman; the news led to a roughly 3% stock drop, but analysts expect no lasting impact on its core defense business, and the company reaffirmed its 2026 guidance and a $3 billion plan to expand solid rocket motor production.
The Detroit Lions named Richard Haddad, previously the Pistons’ COO and chief legal officer, as their new president and CEO, replacing retiring Rod Wood. Haddad is a Michigan native and a 2022 Forty Under 40 honoree, and will start in early September after wrapping up his Pistons duties, with the organization praising his leadership and vision for the franchise.
Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte says the leadership transition at the ODNI will begin this coming Monday after talks with President Trump; Jay Clayton is expected to be sworn in next week, with Pulte offering full support as the agency shifts under new leadership and continues declassifications and staffing changes.
On Apple's Q3 2026 earnings call, Tim Cook announced it would be his last as CEO and voiced strong confidence in successor John Ternus, signaling a smooth transition as Ternus steps into the top role; Apple posted $109.4 billion in quarterly revenue (including $54.3 billion from iPhones) and a net profit of $29.8 billion, underscoring a steady path for Apple’s post-Cook era.
Apple briefly surpassed a $5 trillion market cap, becoming only the second publicly traded company to reach the milestone, with its stock up about 24% this year and 60% over 12 months on strong iPhone sales, even as investors note Apple’s AI exposure lags behind peers. The company has partnered with Google to power Siri via Gemini AI and plans a major Siri overhaul alongside a foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18 this fall as Tim Cook prepares to hand the reins to John Ternus on Sept. 1. AI-related memory and storage shortages are pressuring Mac and iPad prices, with potential iPhone price increases later this year.