WSJ: Apple is in talks with publishers about giving Siri access to breaking news
Apple is in talks with publishers regarding the use of their content to provide the upcoming AI version of Siri with access to the latest news and information. TechCrunch reported this, citing The Wall Street Journal.
According to the publication, in recent months the company has approached publishers with a proposal to use their materials for Siri. Apple has proposed a variable compensation model: publishers will be paid when their content is used, rather than receiving a fixed licensing fee.
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This approach differs from the common practice, under which media outlets typically receive guaranteed payment for broad access to their content. According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple was considering a nine-figure budget for these payments.
Apple did not respond to TechCrunch’s request for comment. The negotiations are taking place as the company works on a major update to Siri, which is intended to make the assistant smarter and more functional. The AI version of Siri is expected to launch later this year.
