Tim Cook Introduces Incoming CEO Ternus to Pikachu at Apple Park

Apple CEO Tim Cook shared a lighthearted moment at the company's Cupertino headquarters on August 27, 2026, introducing incoming chief executive John Ternus to the iconic Pokémon character Pikachu. The visit, which included senior executives from The Pokémon Company, occurred just days before Cook is scheduled to step down on September 1. In a video posted to social media, Cook outlined the day's agenda with humor. "Introduce the Pokémon team to John, talk gaming, and politely ask Pikachu to stay out of the pond. Two out of three were accomplished," he wrote.