According to feedback from users on the Linux.do community, multiple credentials suddenly failed while using Google’s Gemini CLI (version gemini-2.5-pro-preview-06-05-maxthinking) for research late at night, with the system reporting a 403 error. The backend indicated that purchasing the Gemini Code Assist Standard Edition is required to continue use. Users suspect this is a risk control measure by Google or a signal that it has started charging. This incident may reflect a shift in Google’s AI service strategy, moving from a free to a paid model, which impacts the experience of developers who rely on this tool. Tech enthusiasts should pay attention to such changes, be wary of service term modifications, and plan response strategies promptly, highlighting the commercial exploration by tech giants in the AI field.
