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Apple Appoints New AI VP Amid Leadership ShiftJohn Giannandrea to retire by spring 2026, replaced by Amar Subramanya from Microsoft and Google DeepMind.
- John Giannandrea, Apple's AI chief since 2018, will retire in spring 2026 and remain as an advisor until then.
- Amar Subramanya, formerly with Microsoft and Google DeepMind, will become Apple's new vice president of AI reporting to Craig Federighi.
- Apple has faced delays in AI products such as an enhanced Siri, indicating hurdles in its artificial intelligence development.
- Although Apple shares rose 16% in 2025, the company invests less in AI infrastructure and prioritizes on-device AI technology.
Craig has been instrumental in driving our AI efforts, including overseeing our work to bring a more personalized Siri to users next year.— Tim Cook on Craig Federighi's role in Apple's AI strategy.
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