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Siri Gets Smarter: Apple Taps Multiple Chatbots for AI Upgrade

As Apple continues reimagining Siri for today’s AI landscape, a Bloomberg report says it may be trying to include every chatbot on one platform.

Apple’s Siri is trying to make friends in the AI world. Apple is taking the unusual step of connecting Siri with multiple AI chatbots, including Google’s Gemini, Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Bloomberg reported Thursday, citing unnamed Apple employees.

A representative from Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

This isn’t the first time we’ve heard about Siri connecting with other AI systems to bolster its capabilities, as Apple continues to delay the revamped version of the voice assistant, now expected out in late 2026. At first, Apple partnered only with OpenAI for ChatGPT capabilities in 2024. Then we saw reports that Apple was turning to Google’s Gemini for similar capabilities.

Now, it looks like Apple is opening up Siri partnerships with all kinds of AI while maintaining its proprietary voice assistant. If you have a popular chatbot installed on your iPhone, Apple wants you to be able to use it in Siri.

Bloomberg says these multiple chat options will work via Extensions that let Siri users enable what connections they want Siri to have, including apps like supported chatbots. When talking to Siri, users would specify the chatbot they want to tap into to get extra information and services.

While we don’t know what AI models Apple would allow Siri to use, the company has a lot of chatbots in its App Store, including Meta AI, Grok and Microsoft’s Copilot. Amazon’s Alexa/Alexa Plus is there too, although I’m doubtful Amazon would let Apple leverage such a direct competitor to Siri at this time.

Why is Apple giving Siri so many chatbot connections?

This makes sense from Apple’s perspective. Chatbots can rise and fall from glory fast — look at how quickly OpenAI ditched video generator Sora this week. By including all of them, Apple doesn’t have to worry about which AI is the flavor of the month. If one suddenly falls out of favor or gets cancelled, Siri suffers minimal losses.

The move also means Apple can overcome or skip some of the challenges it’s had in developing its own Siri AI, including a standalone Siri app and more integrated versions of Siri for the smart home.

As Bloomberg points out, this could also be lucrative for Apple. To use their AI of choice in Siri, people would probably have to subscribe to the AI service through Apple’s own store, which means Apple gets a cut of the sale.

But there’s something else I’m curious about: How much will Siri’s abilities expand when it’s working with third-party chatbots? For example, I can use Alexa Plus to order an Uber or control my smart heater. Could I do the same with Siri if the two are connected? Or will Siri be able to deliver advice directly from any chatbot in its own voice? That could get awkward if the AI starts giving bad information or explicit content, as we’ve seen Grok do.

We’ll likely find out more on June 8, when Apple holds its Worldwide Developers Conference and discusses iOS 27. If you like Siri more than most voice assistants (we’ve found it’s especially popular with Gen Z), hold tight until then.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im