# Apple’s new CEO John Ternus makes AI his top priority

https://mins.news/en/item/40045

- DW, 2026-09-01 09:49 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/apple-s-new-ceo-john-ternus-makes-ai-top-priority/a-78575898?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> John Ternus has become Apple’s third CEO since 1997, taking over from Tim Cook. His main challenge will be to repair the company’s faltering AI strategy as it faces criticism for lagging behind rivals. Ternus is expected to highlight AI-powered Siri and a foldable iPhone at Apple’s September 9 product event.

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