Q+A: Apple after Tim Cook: can the next CEO deliver in the AI era?

Q+A: Apple after Tim Cook: can the next CEO deliver in the AI era?

Author: Fear and Greed April 21, 2026 Duration: 10:14

Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple after 15 years at the helm, leaving behind one of the most successful runs in corporate history. Now, long-time insider John Ternus takes over, with AI, hardware innovation and global competition shaping the next phase.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Josh Gilbert, Head Analyst for APAC and the Middle East at eToro, about what Cook got right, and what comes next.

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