Increased file size limits and expanded inputs support in Gemini API (blog.google)

Gemini API has rolled out significant updates to enhance data ingestion capabilities, introducing support for Google Cloud Storage (GCS) object registration and HTTPS/Signed URLs, alongside increased inline file size limits. These changes allow developers to bypass the previously required upload to the Gemini Files API, which retained large files only temporarily, streamlining the process for moving data into production-ready AI applications. The new capabilities enable developers to directly integrate files from public domains or private storage through signed URLs without the need to download content to their backend systems. Additionally, the maximum payload size for inline data has increased from 20MB to 100MB. This update is particularly beneficial for developers working on real-time applications or those requiring larger data inputs, such as video or audio files, thus accelerating the development of multimodal applications. With these enhancements, Gemini API users can now enjoy a more efficient data handling experience that reduces overhead and fosters rapid scaling of their AI solutions.