John Ternus succeeds Tim Cook

In a major leadership transition, Apple has named John Ternus as its next chief executive officer.

Ternus, a 25-year veteran of the company who previously oversaw engineering for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, is expected to refocus the tech giant on product innovation.

The move comes as Apple faces increasing pressure to accelerate its artificial intelligence strategy and navigate complex trade relations with China.

Tim Cook’s legacy is defined by unprecedented financial growth, though critics point to a late entry into the generative AI race.