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Adobe CEO steps down amid AI-driven creative transformation

The Wire·March 14, 2026

After 18 years at the helm, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen is stepping down, emphasizing that the next era of creativity is being shaped by AI and new workflows. Adobe's leadership credits AI as a core driver of innovation and new forms of expression, underscoring the company's commitment to anticipating and building the future of creative tools. This transition reflects the growing importance of AI in transforming traditional industries.