Apple is reportedly developing an AI chatbot, dubbed AKI, aiming to enhance its products like Siri and Safari with improved search functionalities. Despite delays and criticism, CEO Tim Cook believes AI could rival the internet's impact. Led by Robby Walker, the AKI team plans a system capable of web crawling for general knowledge answers while exploring a standalone app for this initiative. This move signals Apple’s determination to strengthen its AI capabilities against competitors like Google and OpenAI.