Apple CEO Tim Cook Legacy

John Ternus has emerged as a top candidate to succeed Cook, signaling a potential shift in the company's focus toward the AI era.

While Cook's leadership has been marked by massive financial success, some critics argue that the company has lost some of its innovative 'magic.' Apple is currently facing pressure to catch up in the generative AI race while maintaining its commitment to user privacy.

The transition, if it occurs, would mark the end of one of the most successful corporate leadership runs in history.