Google is shutting down its URL Shortener service, affecting all https://goo.gl/* links. From August 23, 2024, interstitial pages will appear, and by August 25, 2025, all goo.gl links will return 404 errors. This impacts developers and users, disrupting link flows. Users should switch to Firebase Dynamic Links. The shutdown follows a 2018 deprecation, citing changes in internet content discovery and new URL shortening services. For concerns, contact Firebase Support.
Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro is now available in 180+ countries, offering native audio understanding, system instructions, JSON mode, and more. It includes a File API for easy file handling and a superior text embedding model. Developers can guide the model's responses with system instructions and instruct it to output only JSON objects. Gemini 1.5 Pro can now understand audio and video inputs.
Markifact automates the creation and uploading of Meta ads using AI. Users generate custom visuals and matching ad copy by writing detailed prompts and uploading reference images. Ads are uploaded in a paused status for review before going live. This tool allows for quick creation of multiple ad variations, adaptation to market trends, and scaling of campaigns without needing extensive design or copywriting resources.
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