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• 🎸 John Oates of Hall & Oates sounds the alarm on AI in music, highlighting potential risks and the need for vigilance to protect intellectual property.

• 🚀 Google announces major updates to Gemini 1.5 Pro and Flash models, including higher rate limits and free tuning support, enhancing AI model performance and customization.

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🎸 John Oates of Hall & Oates Sounds the Alarm on AI in Music! 🎤 

John Oates, the legendary voice behind hits like "You Make My Dreams" is raising eyebrows and concerns about the future of AI in the music industry. He paints a vivid picture of a world where AI could recreate entire albums from late greats like David Bowie, potentially fooling younger generations into thinking they're new releases. "It's a crazy, scary world that we're kind of leaning toward," Oates told Fox News Digital, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and protection of intellectual property in this digital age. 🚀

👀 Oates isn't just a critic; he's proactive too! The music icon has been working tirelessly to safeguard his solo work and Hall & Oates' legacy. He even experimented with AI for a music video but found the results more amusing than impactful. "The good thing about the digital revolution was that everyone could be heard. The bad thing is that everyone could be heard," he quipped, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges posed by new tech. As Tennessee leads with the ELVIS Act to protect artists' likenesses, Oates remains cautiously optimistic, urging us all to stay curious and attentive in this evolving landscape. 🌟

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Breaking News: Gemini 1.5 Pro and 1.5 Flash Updates are Here! 🚀

🌟 We've got some thrilling news straight from Google I/O that's sure to get you buzzing! Google has just rolled out some major updates to the Gemini API and Google AI Studio, and trust us, you don't want to miss this. The Gemini 1.5 Flash and 1.5 Pro models are now stable and ready for action, boasting higher rate limits and even the ability to fine-tune your models for peak performance. Imagine zipping through tasks with lightning speed and efficiency – it's all possible now with Gemini 1.5 Flash upping its game to 1000 requests per minute! Plus, JSON schema mode is here to give you unprecedented control over your model outputs. And for those who love a sleek interface, Google AI Studio now supports light mode and mobile improvements, making it easier than ever to work on-the-go. 🚀✨

But that's not all! If you're looking to scale up, setting up a billing account in Google AI Studio will unlock even higher API rate limits, and for the big players, Vertex AI offers enterprise-ready features. The excitement doesn't stop there – tuning support for Gemini 1.5 Flash is launching on June 17th, and it's free of charge! 🎉 This means you can customize your models without any extra per-token costs. So, gear up and dive into these incredible updates. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, there's never been a better time to explore what you can create with Gemini.

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Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring!