Quote Of The Day By Tim Cook As He Steps Down After 15 Years As Apple Ceo Use Ai For Humanity

Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO today after 15 years at the top of the company. He will hand over the CEO role to John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. Cook’s exit marks the end of a major chapter in Apple’s history. He became CEO in 2011, taking over from Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

However, Cook is not completely leaving Apple. He will continue with the company as its executive chairman. Apple said he will also help with certain areas of the business, including engaging with policymakers around the world.

As Cook ends his 15-year run, one of his quotes on artificial intelligence stands out.

“What all of us have to do is to make sure we are using AI in a way that is for the benefit of humanity, not to the detriment of humanity.” — Tim Cook

The quote reflects Cook’s view that AI should be used carefully and responsibly. His message is that technological progress should ultimately help people rather than create harm.

Cook’s leadership has been closely linked with Apple’s expansion into new products and services. During his time as CEO, Apple launched products including the Apple Watch and AirPods. More recently, the company also launched the MacBook Neo.

Tim Cook had already played a major role at Apple before becoming CEO. Steve Jobs hired him in 1998, and Cook later became chief operating officer in 2005. His operations and supply-chain expertise became a key part of his leadership. Cook’s departure comes as Apple prepares for another major phase of product development. The company is reportedly working on a foldable iPhone, which is expected to arrive shortly after Cook steps down.

John Ternus will now take charge as Apple enters this new phase. He is expected to oversee the company’s future products, including its rumored smart glasses and upcoming AI-focused devices. The leadership change comes at a time when Apple is facing growing competition in artificial intelligence. The company is expected to focus more heavily on AI products and experiences as rivals such as OpenAI push into new hardware.

As Cook hands over the CEO role, his AI message feels especially relevant. After 15 years of leading one of the world’s most valuable technology companies, his words about making technology work for the benefit of humanity offer a clear message for Apple’s next chapter. For Cook, today may be the end of his time as Apple CEO — but not the end of his relationship with the company. He will remain as executive chairman while Ternus takes over the day-to-day leadership of Apple.

Durva More is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times, where she covers finance, and global news. She brings experience across digital and television journalism, with a strong focus on breaking news, business reporting, and international affairs. Before joining Hindustan Times, Durva worked as an International News Writer at The Economic Times, covering a diverse range of subjects including global politics, business, sports, entertainment, and major world events. She also worked as a Business Reporter with NDTV Profit. A postgraduate diploma holder in Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism, Durva is passionate about field reporting and storytelling. She thrives on the adrenaline of chasing stories, speaking with people from different walks of life, and amplifying voices that deserve to be heard. Her reporting is driven by curiosity, accuracy, and a commitment to making complex subjects accessible to readers. When she is not chasing stories or covering breaking news, Durva enjoys reading books and painting. She loves exploring new ideas, meeting people, and learning about different perspectives. For her, both journalism and art are ways to understand the world and tell stories that matter.Read More