Apple Inc.'s iPhones will use Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s AI technology, the Chinese firm's chairman said, affirming reports the e-commerce pioneer had scored a coveted role in helping power the iPhone in the world's top mobile arena.

Apple will work with Chinese tech giant Alibaba to roll out AI services in the world’s biggest market for mobile phones, in a move that removes months of uncertainty for the Cupertino-based firm.

Apple is partnering with Alibaba to roll out artificial intelligence features for iPhone users in China, the Information reported on Tuesday, citing one person with direct knowledge of the decision.