Hardware executive to succeed Apple CEO Tim Cook to lead $4 trillion tech giant? Check the latest update

Apple's board is intensifying CEO succession discussions, with hardware engineering chief John Ternus reportedly emerging as the front-runner to replace Tim Cook to lead the $4 trillion company. While no final decisions have been made, the tech giant is strategically planning the handover, aiming for an announcement after its next earnings report to avoid distracting from key business periods.