Apple rumored to be a potential ESPN strategic partner Disney is looking for a strategic partner for ESPN from the tech industry, and Apple is rumored to be a prime candidate to pay billions for a stake in the sports network. Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 7
Bob Iger says his return to Disney was inspired by Steve Jobs' Apple recovery As Disney lays off employees and cuts costs, CEO Bob Iger says be believes that it was watching Steve Jobs's return to Apple that is helping him manage the changes for the best. William Gallagher 3 years ago 10
Apple's rumored Disney acquisition is 'pure speculation' says Bob Iger The prospect of Apple acquiring Disney seems not just unlikely, but incredibly improbable, after the returning CEO told employees the rumors are "pure speculation." Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 10
Disney CEO Bob Iger to step down Longtime Disney CEO and former Apple board member Bob Iger will relinquish reins to the entertainment giant effective immediately, the company announced on Tuesday. Mikey Campbell 6 years ago 9
Disney+ attracts 28.6M subscribers in less than 3 months Disney's new video streaming service, Disney+, now boasts more than 28 million paying subscribers after launching against market competitor Apple TV+ in November, the company revealed on Tuesday. AppleInsider Staff 6 years ago 25
Disney CEO Bob Iger says left Apple board because 'paths were conflicting' Disney CEO Bob Iger in an interview on Tuesday explained his departure from Apple's board of directors, saying the tech giant's recent interest in the entertainment industry puts the companies on "conflicting rather than converging" paths. Mikey Campbell 6 years ago 19
Disney CEO Bob Iger resigns from Apple board as streaming wars heat up Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger on Friday announced his resignation from Apple's board of directors, a move that comes just two months before the two companies will go head-to-head in the highly competitive video streaming business. Mikey Campbell 6 years ago 69
Disney CEO says Disney+ likely coming to Apple TV, intends to stay on Apple board Following Disney's announcement regarding pricing and availability of its Disney+ streaming service, CEO Bob Iger elaborated on the upcoming release, saying the company plans to offer the product on Apple TV. Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 24
Rival streaming services could push Disney CEO Bob Iger off Apple's board Plans by Apple and Disney to launch rival video streaming services this year could potentially sever the companies' long-standing ties in the boardroom. Roger Fingas 7 years ago 9
Disney may buy 21st Century Fox assets in entertainment mega merger The Walt Disney Co., which has worked closely with Apple for many years, is said to be in talks to potentially acquire most of rival entertainment giant 21st Century Fox, in a deal that could have major ramifications for services like iTunes, the Apple TV and Apple Music. Neil Hughes 8 years ago 14
Apple's Tim Cook & Eddy Cue return to annual Sun Valley retreat For the fifth time in a row, Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly attending the annual Sun Valley retreat in Idaho, which plays host to rich elites from the corporate and political worlds. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10
Disney CEO & Apple board member Bob Iger calls Apple TV best television interface ever The ease of use of the Apple TV is a good thing for content creators, Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger said in an interview on Monday, praising Apple for creating what he believes is the most intuitive television user interface ever. Neil Hughes 10 years ago 47
