At least for the time being. The CEO is going on a mysterious, undisclosed medical leave (the 2nd in 2 years) while COO Tim Cook holds down the fort. The mere announcement of his leave caused Apple stocks to plunge 6.4% (in the European market as today the Stock Market is closed). Maybe he’ll go back to Flour+Water to grab a pizza while he’s off work?

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• Tag: Apple, illness, Steve Jobs