Apple announced last year that the companys CFO Luca Maestri would move to a new role in 2025. As promised, the company has now issued a report to investors making Maestris transition from CFO official.Luca Maestri steps down as Apples CFOThe company published a Form 8-K on Friday, which is used to notify investors in the United States about events that may be important to shareholders, confirming the change in the change of CFO.As part of Apple Inc.s (Apples) previously announced Chief Financial Officer transition plan, Apples Board of Directors appointed Kevan Parekh, 53, as Apples Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Mr. Parekh succeeds Luca Maestri in the role of CFO, the document reads.Luca Maestri was appointed Apples CFO in 2014 and has overseen a period of enormous growth for the company. Apples new CFO is Kevin Parekh, who has been with the company for 11 years and currently leads Financial Planning and Analysis, G&A and Benefits Finance, Investor Relations, and Market Research.Mr. Parekh joined Apple in June 2013 and assumed his current position in January 2025. Mr. Parekhs previous positions at Apple include Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis and Vice President, Finance for Sales, Marketing, and Retail. Prior to joining Apple, Mr. Parekh held various senior leadership roles at Thomson Reuters and General Motors, the company adds.According to Apple, Parekhs salary has been increased to $1 million since January 1, 2025, and hes now eligible to participate in the Apple Inc. Executive Cash Incentive Plan for fiscal year 2025.In October, Apple CEO Tim Cook honored Maestri during his last call with investors as Apples CFO. Cook said he was deeply grateful for Maestris exceptional work in shaping Apple as we know it today. In response, Luca Maestri thanked Cook for his very kind words and said that serving as Apples CFO was a real privilege and an amazing journey.Ive greatly appreciated the support from our investors and the analyst community over the years. Kevin is exceptional and I know you will enjoy interacting with him going forward.Maestri will continue tolead the Corporate Services teams, including information systems and technology, information security, and real estate and developmentAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

Apple CEO Tim Cook has joined a chorus of Big Tech executives making sizeable donations to President-elect Donald Trumps inauguration. The news comes via a scoop from Axios as we approach Trumps inauguration on January 20. Cook will personally make a $1 million donation to Trumps inaugural committee, the report says. Last month, Cook visited Mar-a-Lago in Florida for a meeting with Trump. Tesla CEO Elon Musk was also spotted at the dinner table with Trump and Cook. Meta CEO Mark ZuckerbergvisitedMar-a-Lago to meet with Trump at the end of November. Google CEO Sundar Pichai met withTrump in December. Trump has also met with Jeff Bezos and many other high-profile executives in the Big Tech industry and beyond. The likes of Meta, Amazon, and Uberhave donated $1 million to Trumps inauguration fund. OpenAIs Sam Altmanalso madea $1 million donation. Outside of Silicon Valley, companies including Ford, Toyota, GM, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Coinbase, and more have donated millions to the Trump inauguration fund. Cookmet withandearned praise from Trump multiple timesduringhis first term, andother tech leadersare reportedly trying to imitate that strategy during Trumps second term. In October,Cook spokewith Trump about Apples ongoing battles in the European Union. Trump promised Cook he would not let the EU take advantage of American companies if he were to get elected.Meta this week shook up its policy team ahead of Trump taking office later this month. Nick Clegg stepped down as Metas global head of policy after six years, with Joel Kaplan taking over. Kaplan worked under President George W. Bush and has close ties to Trump and incoming VP JD Vance. Follow Chance:Threads,Bluesky,Instagram, andMastodon.Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

Apple Intelligence notification summaries are, in my view, one of the early killer AI features. But theyre not without their flaws, as the BBC has continued highlighting via several new examples today. Here are the latest Apple Intelligence errors with news alerts.BBC News highlights ongoing Apple Intelligence errorsLast month, the BBC publicly aired its grievances with Apple over its new AI notification summary feature.Added in iOS 18.1, the feature allows Apple Intelligence to summarize a notifications info rather than providing the actual content as written.Apple Intelligence is currently available in beta, so Apple says you should expect mistakes and report them so the system can continually be improved.The BBC is taking that message to heart. The December example involved AI claiming, via a summarized BBC News alert, that Luigi Mangione had shot himself. This was entirely untrue.Now today, the BBCs Imran Rahman-Jones has published several more examples of Apple Intelligence errors its users have reported (via AppleInsider).A news summary from Apple falsely claimed darts player Luke Littler won the PDC World Championship before he has even played in the final.The incorrect summary was written by artificial intelligence (AI) and is based on a BBC story about Littler winning the tournament semi-final on Thursday night.Within hours, another AI notification summary falsely told some BBC Sport app users that Tennis great Rafael Nadal had come out as gay.There are undoubtedly countless more examples users have seen, so I wouldnt be surprised if stories like this continue to become more common.9to5Macs TakeNotification summaries are prone to mistakes for all kinds of apps, but understandably they can be especially problematic when summarizing breaking news.Summarizing the contents of what is already a summary seems a bit unnecessary in the first place, so I wonder if Apples ultimate remedy will be disabling AI summaries for news apps by default.Do you think these Apple Intelligence errors are a serious issue? How have summaries been in your experience? Let us know in the comments.Best iPhone accessoriesAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

There is a massive room inside McDonald's world headquarters filled with toys, costumes and restaurant nostalgia that the public rarely gets to see.The company makes its headquarters in Chicagos West Loop neighborhood with more than 2,000 employees working out of the building.McDonald's world headquarters in ChicagoRob Carroll photoloading...The ground floor of McDonalds headquarters features a restaurant serving menu items from across the world, including many that arent available anywhere else in the U.S. Upstairs sits workspaces, test kitchens, and a training area dubbed Hamburger University.Look hard enough and you will find McDonalds official archives. The area, like the rest of the building besides the restaurant, unfortunately isnt open to the public.NOTE: 28 Exclusive Photos Of Amazing Retro McDonald's Items Follow BelowRob Carroll photoRob Carroll photoloading...I did, however, get an exclusive tour during a recent press event. Archivist Mike Bullington opened his doors and let us roam around shelf after shelf of McDonald's history.Bullington, the first ever trained archivist hired by McDonalds, told our group that he even has an incognito eBay account to purchase rare items online to add to the collection.Here is a look at some of the unique vintage McDonald's items that can be found in the fast food giant's official archives.28 Vintage McDonald's Items Hidden In Super Secret Archive at Corporate HeadquartersMcDonald's world headquarters in Chicago features a massive room devoted to archiving the fast food restaurant's history. From character costumes to vintage menu items, McDonald's archives is packed with history that will have you reminiscing about your childhood.Gallery Credit: Rob CarrollREAD MORE: Beloved 80s Foods That No Longer ExistGet our free mobile appOnce-Beloved Fast Food Items That No Longer ExistThese defunct fast food items have gone down in history. Wouldnt you love to eat them again?Filed Under: Fast Food, McDonald's, NostalgiaCategories: Longform

Time zones: GMT (UTC +0), CET (UTC +1)About the CompanyRelay Commerce is building a portfolio of software solutions to help merchants scale e-commerce and simplify their marketing tech stack. Powered by a centralized customer data platform, Relays suite of software tools allows merchants to automate key revenue generation workflows to drive organic growth and increased profitability.The Relay ecosystem currently consists of seven software products that accelerate merchant revenue growth through email marketing automation, user generated content management, on-page conversion optimization, retention analytics and bookings management. Relays products are established as key tools in the SMB e-commerce revenue generation stack, servicing more than 35K customers globally that collectively generate >$1BN in GMV annually.Relay is actively building the ecosystem by acquiring commerce enablement tools primarily serving e-commerce merchants on platforms including Shopify, BigCommerce, and Wix. Relay acquires ready to scale, oftentimes bootstrapped businesses, and invests in people, processes, and products to accelerate the product roadmap and growth.About the RoleAs a Growth Marketer, you will drive our overall marketing and lead-gen efforts. We are looking for folks excited to get their hands dirty in a 0 to 1 journey. You will partner with our product, customer success, and design teams to build, launch, and drive the adoption of Fomo and Relo. You'll need to possess a strong drive, take ownership of your work, and have an insatiable desire to take action and make things happen. About the ProductsRelo is a repeat revenue platform designed specifically for FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) brands using Shopify & Klaviyo. Relo uses data science to predict when a brand's customers are ready to reorder, try a new product, or start a paid subscription and sync that data straight to their email platform (Klaviyo).Fomo is an onsite conversion marketing platform that helps e-commerce and SaaS marketers and small business owners build credibility, improve conversions, and eventually boost sales. The Fomo marketing platform offers various notifications, such as Social Proof, Push Notifications, Abandoned carts, and more.What will you be doing?Online Events ManagementPlan & Execute: Organize one online event per month (e.g., webinars, interviews, or panel discussions).Partnerships: Identify and collaborate with relevant partners, industry experts, or influencers to co-host events.Content Development: Develop event topics aligned with DTC brand owners' interests and pain points.Promotion: Promote events through email campaigns, social media, and paid advertising to maximize attendance.Logistics Coordination: Handle all event logistics, including scheduling, platform setup, and coordination with speakers or partners.Lead Nurturing: Post-event, manage follow-up campaigns to nurture leads into MQLs.Marketing Website & PositioningEnhance the marketing website to communicate product value proposition and drive conversions effectively.Optimize website content for SEO to attract high-intent organic traffic and increase inbound Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs).Test and refine website messaging, CTAs, and landing pages to improve engagement and lead capture rates.Email Marketing & Lead NurturingBuild and execute targeted email campaigns to nurture leads at different funnel stages.To engage potential customers, create automated workflows based on event participation and website behavior.SEO & Content MarketingConduct keyword research and optimize existing content to improve search rankings and drive organic traffic.Collaborate with content creators to produce blog posts, case studies, and resources that resonate with the DTC audience.Performance Tracking & ReportingSet, monitor, and report on key metrics like event attendance, MQL growth, website conversion rates, and email engagement.Use insights to iterate and improve campaigns and event strategies continuously.Required Skills & Qualifications:Marketing Expertise: 4-7 years of experience in growth or digital marketing roles, preferably in SaaS or e-commerce.Event Management: Proven experience planning and executing online events with measurable impact on lead generation.SEO Skills: Strong knowledge of SEO best practices, including keyword research and content optimization.Email Marketing: Proficiency in creating email campaigns and workflows using tools like HubSpot, Customer.io, or similar.Analytical Mindset: Familiarity with tools like Google Analytics, Ahrefs, HubSpot, MixPanel, or similar tools for measuring and optimizing performance.Project Management: Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts for events and campaigns.Partnership Building: Identifying and building relationships with potential event partners or collaborators.Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for creating persuasive copy and coordinating with partners.Preferred Qualifications:Familiarity with DTC or e-commerce industry trends and challenges.Understanding of customer retention strategies and lifecycle marketing.A get shit done mindset and demonstrate ownership, initiative, and motivation.Good understanding of tools like WebFlow, Hubspot, SEMRush, GA4, MixPanel, and other relevant tools to track performance and optimize strategies.A knack for experimentation and optimization to scale & scope channels within payback benchmarks.Motivated to identify gaps and ask questions to find a solution (rather than waiting for a solution to fall into your lap).Strong work ethic and ownership. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving projects forward.What Success Looks Like:Consistently increasing MQLs through website optimization, events, and email campaigns.Growing attendance and engagement for monthly online events.Developing a recognizable online event series that drives thought leadership and brand authority.Building a scalable framework for lead nurturing and conversion.Our Hiring Process:Screening with People Ops Manager - 30 MinutesTake Home Assignment/Skills Assessment - 3 Business Day TurnaroundHiring Manager Interview with Chief Marketing Officer - 30 MinutesFinal Round Interview with Chief Revenue Officer and Head of Partnerships - 45 MinutesBenefits & PerksWork From Home StipendHealth & Wellness PerksPaid Parental LeaveFlexible Time OffAnnual Company RetreatCompany SwagCompensation Range: $37,440 - $52,000 USD per yearIf youre a results-driven marketer with a knack for storytelling, events, and lead generation, wed love to hear from you! Apply Now to join the team and help us drive repeat revenue for DTC brands worldwide.Relay Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Apply for this job Related Jobs See more Sales and Marketing jobs

Headquarters: San Francisco, CA URL: http://bit.ly/3kLhMdkWe are seeking an experienced Elixir developer to join our team, focusing on developing and maintaining the backend systems of our application. This role involves working closely with our development team to ensure robust and efficient functionality that supports our app's performance and scalability.Deliverables:Collaborate with the team to design and develop backend systems using Elixir.Optimize application performance and scalability.Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed.Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues promptly.Document code and development processes for future reference.To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/contra-elixir-developer-needed-for-backend-systems

If you've been holding off on upgrading your TV, now's a great time to get solid deals on last year's models. That even includes the big screens that make for a great centerpiece in a home theater. Right now you can snag the 86-inch LG QNED80T 4K TV for just $1,197. That's the same price as the 75-inch model and down from its previous price of $1,700. Just make sure you lock in that price soon, as Amazon deals tend to be volatile.See at AmazonThis 2024 model has a powerful a8 AI Processor Gen7 to ensure you have solid sound and picture quality. It also has Dolby Atmos sound and HDR10 Pro. Plus, there's a filmmaker mode to get that theatrical experience at home. Gamers can take advantage of this TV's FreeSync, VRR and GeForce Now for cloud gaming, as well as LG's game optimizer, game dashboard and the four HDMI ports for your favorite consoles. This model also comes with built-in Alexa, and it's compatible with AirPlay, HomeKit and Google Assistant.Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Not quite the right fit for your space? No problem. We've rounded up plenty of TV deals so you can find one that fits your needs and budget.Why this deal mattersThis 2024 TV was previously listed for about $1,700, so this nearly $500 discount is a great way to get your hands on one for a lot less. If you've been looking to upgrade to something sizeable, now's a good time to buy as some retailers are starting to discount last year's inventory.

Looking for the most recent Wordle answer?Click here for today's Wordle hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Connections and Strands puzzles.Today's Wordle puzzlehas a very rare letter, so if you get stuck, start guessing letters you never think about. We've got alist ranking all the letters in the alphabet by how frequently they show up in English words, and you might find it handy today. If you need hints and the answer, read on. Today's Wordle hints Before we show you today'sWordleanswer, we'll give you some hints. If you don't want a spoiler, look away now.Wordle hint No. 1: RepeatsToday's Wordle answer has no repeated letters.Wordle hint No. 2: VowelsThere are two vowels in today's Wordle answer.Wordle hint No. 3: Start letterToday's Wordle answer starts with the letter R.Wordle hint No. 4: Unusual letterToday's Wordle answer has one of the least-used letters in the alphabet. (Bookmark our list to find the most-common lettersthey help a great deal with starter words.)Wordle hint No. 5: MeaningToday's Wordle answer refers to something many people try to do when they're on vacation. It's also the name of a Frankie Goes to Hollywood song.TODAY'S WORDLE ANSWERToday's Wordle answer is RELAX.Yesterday's Wordle answerYesterday's Wordle answer, Jan. 3, No. 1,294, was CHEAP.Recent Wordle answersDec. 30, No. 1,290: STAREDec. 31, No. 1,291: LEMURJan. 1, No. 1,292: NERVEJan. 2, No. 1,293: CHOSE

It's 2025, and that means if you haven't already, it's time to get on board with smart home devices to make your life easier. If you've been dreaming of a smart robot vacuum and mop combo but the price tag has been a deterrent, you're in luck. Right now, you can get the SwitchBot S10 for $700 at Amazon, thanks to an on-page coupon that knocks $500 off the price. Just be sure to add the coupon to see the discount in your cart. See at AmazonCompatible with Alexa and Google Home, you can use voice commands to start and stop your vacuum and mop, or opt to control the device through the SwitchBot app. If you happen to already be part of the SwitchBot ecosystem, your products -- such as smart air quality monitors -- can all be linked through this app to really up your automated-home game.Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money.The SwitchBot vacuum and mop combo can switch between plush carpets and hardwood floors, and is effective on pet hair, dander, dust and more. However, the real beauty in this machine is its high-tech mopping function. It has a water station that can be connected to your home plumbing system, so it can refill and drain automatically without you needing to do any of the work. The mop cleans and then self-washes constantly, so it won't just spread muddy water all over your floors. Why this deal matters Regularly priced at $1,200, the SwitchBot S10 is on the pricier end as far as robot vacuums go. Saving a massive $500 puts this in the mid-range price category for these devices while still getting you a high-end machine. Looking for more options? Check out our roundup of best vacuum deals to see if there's another model on sale more suited to your needs. More shopping deals from CNET CNET is always covering a wide array of deals on tech products and much more. Start with the hottest sales and discounts on theCNET Deals page, and sign up for theCNET Deals Textto get daily deals sent straight to your phone. Add the freeCNET Shopping extensionto your browser for real-time price comparisons and cash-back offers. And peruse ourgift guide, which includes a full range of ideas for birthdays, anniversaries and more. See at CNET

A perfectly organized cooking area may seem like a myth, but it's never entirely out of reach. Smart storage and some savvy kitchen organization ideas can maximize efficiency and even save you precious meal prep time.Organizing kitchen cabinets by adjusting the shelves and using shelf risers takes patience, but being able to grab a dinner plate without moving the salad plates makes life so much easier, says Katie McMenamin Sabo, organization expert and co-founder of Pixies Did It in Cleveland, Ohio and New York City.Creating designated zones is what helps Shea McGee, home decor expert and founder at Studio McGee, keep the space organized. Shell sector off a prep zone near utensils and cutting boards and bundle dish soap, towels and sponges within arms reach of a cleaning station. By grouping items by function, the kitchen flows effortlessly, and everything feels intentional and easy to find, McGee tells AD.To help you free up pantries, kitchen cabinets, and other small spaces, we spoke with interior designers and organization experts about kitchen organization ideas that wont bog you down. Here are some step-by-step storage ideas and tips to help get you therealong with products that will make opening kitchen cabinets a dream.Step 1: Declutter the kitchenRemove packagingYoull be shocked at how much space all the boxes and bags of grain take up in your cabinets. Sorting food into airtight containers will clear shelving space, especially if youre a Costco fan and buy in bulk. Look for stackable storage containers and refill them after every grocery trip.Bentgo Pantry Airtight Food Storage Containers (10-Piece Set)Stackable storage containers can transform chaotic shelves into neat rows of pantry items.Designate spotsAll of our experts agree that creating zones and stations is crucial to having order in a kitchen. After all, knowing where napkins and towels belong makes it easier to keep them there. Geometric holders fit on countertops as seamlessly as they do on a dining table.Pottery Barn Tava Handwoven Napkin HolderA pretty rattan napkin holder sends a message that your kitchen is curated.Recycle old manuals and menusMany instruction manuals can be found online, and restaurant menus change too often to rely on a pamphlet from 2018. Recycle those papers after youve bookmarked the links or downloaded the files you need. If the menu is more nostalgic than usefulsay, a menu from the pizza place you and your partner loved in collegeit should be framed or otherwise displayed outside of a kitchen drawer anyway.Framebridge Georgetown Antique Fluted Gold FrameThis frame has all of the right touches to permanently house your heirloom ephemera.Take important files out of the kitchenWorking from home often becomes working from the kitchen table, but that isnt where you should be storing any important paperwork, like bills, neighborhood notices, or critical forms. Store those in any other room that isnt as prone to spills, liquids, and messes, and free up your kitchen counters or table. At the very least, pick up a file folder that will keep documents safe from spillage.Leather FolderA high-quality file folder will ensure that you know where your most important bits are at all times.Establish a needs-to-go bowlEvery trip to Whole Foods Market is another opportunity to see a slew of Amazon-approved sauces, snacks, and spices. But condiments and other fun foods can become a nightmare for pantry organization if you end up with a bunch of unopened or half-used snacks that arent on your usual rotation (looking at you, last three handfuls of Veggie Straws). Choose a bowl for the countertop and decree that everything in it has to be eaten up ASAP before anything new is bought.