Apple AI Leadership Change: John Giannandrea Steps Down Amid Siri Delays
By
Emma Roth
FeedBagel synthesis
· 2 sourcesApple AI chief John Giannandrea is stepping down from his role, with plans to retire in spring 2026, following delays in launching an AI-upgraded version of Siri, The Verge reported. Former Microsoft and Google AI researcher Amar Subramanya will take over as Apple's vice president of AI, overseeing AI model development, machine learning research, and AI safety, according to The Verge. Hacker News noted that Subramanya will report to Apple engineering chief Craig Federighi.
A weekday bagel. Dependable, satisfying, no fuss.
Summary
Apple's AI chief John Giannandrea is stepping down from his position following delays in launching an AI-upgraded version of Siri. Amar Subramanya, who previously worked at Google and Microsoft's AI division, will take over as Apple's vice president of AI, overseeing AI model development, machine learning research, and AI safety. The leadership change comes as Apple faces challenges in advancing its AI capabilities, particularly with its Siri voice assistant.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledApple AI chief John Giannandrea is stepping down from his position, according to an announcement on Monday.
The change comes as Apple struggles to get its AI-powered Siri back on track after delaying its launch earlier this year.
Now, Amar Subramanya will serve as Apple's vice president of AI.
Subramanya spent 16 years at Google before joining Microsoft's AI division as the corporate VP of AI in July.
While at Apple, Subramanya will oversee the development of the company's AI models, machine learning research, and AI safety.
You might also wanna read
Apple AI Chief John Giannandrea to Retire in 2026, Former Microsoft Executive to Take Over
Apple's AI chief John Giannandrea is retiring in spring 2026 after leading the company's AI efforts, including Siri development. He will ser
macrumors.com·6mo ago
Apple Announces John Giannandrea's Retirement and Appointment of Amar Subramanya as AI Vice President
Apple announces the retirement of John Giannandrea, the company's senior vice president of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, who has been wi
Apple's AI-Powered Siri Upgrade Faces Continued Delays Amid Ambitious Plans
Apple's long-awaited AI-powered Siri upgrade, originally announced in 2024, has faced repeated delays and is now approaching two years overd
lifehacker.com·2d ago
Apple working with Google to bring Gemini AI to iPhone for Siri upgrade
Apple is working with Google to integrate the Gemini AI model into the iPhone to power a revamped Siri, after multiple delays since the feat
arstechnica.com·10h ago