Squawk Pod Tim Cook, Neel Kashkari, & TikTok’s Future 9/19/25
Sep 19, 2025
Neel Kashkari, President of the Minneapolis Federal Reserve, dives into the recent rate cut and its implications for inflation and the labor market. Chris Krebs, former CISA director, discusses national security concerns surrounding TikTok and the complexities of a potential deal. He highlights algorithm control and enforcement issues that could impact the app's future. Both guests offer valuable insights on pressing economic and technological challenges.
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Cook’s Worldwide Launch Tour
- Tim Cook described checking launch lines worldwide, calling sights in China, India, and Dubai “incredible.”
- He repeated being "very happy" with early demand and retail turnout for the iPhone 17 family.
Apple Sees Strong Global Demand
- Tim Cook says the iPhone 17 line is a "huge leap" with distinct Pro, Air, and consumer models driving demand.
- He emphasizes strong global demand and new AI-driven features like live translation across devices.
Leverage Trade-Ins And Features
- Use trade-in and carrier incentives to lower effective iPhone 17 cost and consider carrier plans for discounts.
- Try the AirPods Pro improvements for health features like hypertension detection and improved ANC.