Apple(US:AAPL) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-02 11:54Group 1 - Tim Cook has surpassed Steve Jobs to become Apple's longest-serving CEO, with a tenure of 5,091 days as of August 1, 2025 [1] - During an investor conference, Apple acknowledged its lag in AI development but Cook expressed confidence in the company's approach, emphasizing that Apple focuses on enhancing existing innovations rather than being the first to market [1][2] - Cook highlighted that the AI market has the potential to be larger than smartphones and the internet, indicating that Apple is prioritizing AI development moving forward [2] Group 2 - Cook stated that while Apple may not always be the first to enter a market, it has established dominance in several areas, including Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod, suggesting a strong future role in AI transformation [2] - Reports indicate that Apple's COO, Jeff Williams, is set to retire later this year, signaling a significant executive reshuffle within the company [2][3] - Many of Apple's executives are in their 60s and have accumulated substantial wealth, leading to speculation that retirement for several of them is imminent [3]