tech leadership
Disney Nominates Former Apple COO Jeff Williams to Board of Directors: Expanding Tech Leadership in Entertainment
Dec 10, 2025 04:39 pm CST
Disney has nominated Jeff Williams, Apple's former Chief Operating Officer, as an independent director to strengthen its board with tech expertise. Williams, who led Apple's Watch development and was instrumental in the iPhone launch, would become Disney's second tech executive alongside former Meta veteran Carolyn Everson if approved at the 2026 shareholders' meeting.
Vikram Bajaj and Jeff Bezos Lead $6.2 Billion AI Venture Project Prometheus
Nov 19, 2025 12:41 am CST
Jeff Bezos returns to an operational role alongside accomplished scientist Vikram "Vik" Bajaj as co-CEOs of Project Prometheus, a secretive AI startup that has secured $6.2 billion in funding to develop advanced artificial intelligence for engineering and manufacturing applications across computing, automotive, and aerospace sectors.
John Ternus: The Apple Hardware Chief Positioned to Succeed Tim Cook as CEO
Nov 18, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Apple's succession planning appears to be focusing on John Ternus, Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, as CEO Tim Cook reportedly considers stepping down in 2025. With a strong engineering background and key role in Apple's transition to Apple Silicon, Ternus has increasingly become the face of Apple's hardware announcements and strategic initiatives.
US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reconsider H-1B Visa Restrictions: Indian Tech Talent Critical for US Innovation Leadership
Nov 01, 2025 01:19 pm CST
US lawmakers have petitioned President Trump to reconsider his H-1B visa restrictions, including the $100,000 fee, emphasizing that Indian nationals—who comprise 71% of visa holders—are vital to America's technology leadership and AI innovation. Representatives argue that maintaining access to global talent is essential for US economic competitiveness, national security, and preserving strong US-India strategic relations in the face of Chinese technological advancement.
How Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Maximizes Productivity Through Sleep and Digital Discipline
Oct 07, 2025 02:52 pm CST
Telegram cofounder Pavel Durov reveals his unconventional productivity secrets: allocating 11-12 hours for nightly rest and strictly limiting smartphone usage. Despite building one of the world's largest messaging platforms, Durov believes excessive connectivity hinders productivity and creativity. His approach emphasizes uninterrupted thinking time, mindful technology use, and determining personal priorities rather than being influenced by notifications and social media.