Apple negotiates pay-per-use deals with publishers for Siri news feed

Apple is in negotiations with news publishers to provide up-to-date articles for the forthcoming Siri artificial-intelligence upgrade. The tech firm proposes a variable compensation structure, paying outlets each time their content is utilized instead of offering a guaranteed license fee. Reports indicate that Apple is contemplating a budget that could reach nine figures for these arrangements.

This approach diverges from the industry norm of fixed, broad-access fees. The discussions were revealed in a recent one outlet's story, and Apple has not yet commented when contacted by one outlet. Siri’s enhanced capabilities are slated for release later this year, marking a significant push to make the assistant more competitive.