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Apple and Disney had conversations about merging, says Bob Iger

Bob Iger stated that Disney and Apple held formal conversations about a corporate merger. Iger described the potential deal as a transformational opportunity, but Apple did not show much interest. The merger did not result in a deal.

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Former CEO Bob Iger disclosed that Disney pursued a merger with Apple and attempted to acquire the James Bond franchise and Twitter.

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  1. Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Reveals Failed Apple Merger Talks

    Bob Iger stated that Disney and Apple held formal conversations about a corporate merger. Iger described the potential deal as a transformational opportunity, but Apple did not show much interest. The merger did not result in a deal.

    What's confirmed:

    • Bob Iger confirmed that Apple and Disney held formal conversations about merging.
    • Apple did not show much interest in the merger talks.
    • Disney did not successfully acquire the James Bond franchise.
    • Disney walked away from a deal to own Twitter hours before it closed.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Disney might have merged with Apple if Steve Jobs had lived.
    • Iger wanted to complete the Apple transaction after Steve Jobs died.
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