Tim Cook sees Apple's hybrid AI strategy as a 'competitive weapon'

Ahead of the launch of Siri AI, Apple's outgoing CEO Tim Cook said the company will charge for artificial intelligence through iCloud.

Apple saw revenue jump 16% to pass $109 billion for its fiscal third quarter ended in June. EPS of $2.02 included a tariff refund of 11 cents a share. It’s a momentous quarter beyond the numbers as it is CEO Tim Cook’s last presiding as chief executive. His successor John Ternus takes the reins Sept.…