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            "content": "Hello ,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHello,Here are the requested details regarding the unexpected charges on our account:1. A detailed explanation of how the error occurred:We use the Gemini API to respond to two specific emails automatically. The bot attempted to respond to an email error, and because it couldn't send the email, it entered an uncontrolled loop, trying to send the email repeatedly over the entire holiday weekend.2. The steps you took to address the issue:We identified the loop in our code and immediately stopped the bot to halt the API requests and prevent further charges.3. How you initially identified the issue:We figured it out on Monday (April 8th) because our bot completely stopped responding to regular inputs.4. The timeframe during which the issue occurred and when it was resolved:The issue started on Thursday, April 4th, and was fully resolved on Monday, April 8th.5. Any preventive measures you've implemented to prevent a recurrence:We have updated our code so that if the bot tries to send an email and it bounces 3 times, it completely stops sending emails. This will prevent the bot from ever entering a loop trying to reach a non-existent address again.6. The affected SKU (Stock Keeping Unit):67F1-97F9-6ED4 and 2D1C-F790-3C097. Affected Service:Gemini API.8. Amount of credit adjustment along with calculation and screenshot:We are requesting an adjustment of \u20ac1700. I am attaching them to this email for your reference.Thank you for your help in reviewing this honest mistake.Best regards,PedroPortugal Textile\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nI believe this may have been sent to me by mistake. My name is Matilde, and I represent Portugal Textile, a clothing and shoe manufacturer. We are not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you are able to resolve the issue with the correct team.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for your patience while our specialized team completed their review of your adjustment request. I sincerely apologize for the time it took to reach this resolution; we appreciate you sticking with us throughout the process.\n\nI am pleased to share that an adjustment has been approved. The final breakdown is as follows:\n\nCredit: 847.42 EUR\n\nThese amounts are being processed immediately. While we understand you were anticipating a full adjustment, this figure was determined after a comprehensive evaluation of all account factors.\n\nPlease be advised that your account currently holds a credit balance of ?657.66. This amount will be applied toward your upcoming charges before your card on file is billed.\n\nNext Steps:\nFor your convenience, you can view the full history of this adjustment by following the steps outlined in our official documentation[1].\n\nThis case will now be marked as resolved. However, if you have additional questions, you can reopen this ticket within the next 15 days, and I?ll be happy to take another look.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\n[1] https:\/\/cloud.google.com\/billing\/docs\/how-to\/view-history?hl=en#view_transaction_history\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (https:\/\/cloud.google.com\/billing\/docs\/how-to\/view-history?hl=en#view_transaction_history). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for reaching out.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you are able to resolve your issue with the appropriate team. If you need assistance related to textile or footwear manufacturing, feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello ABSOLUTARGET, LDA,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHello Merilyn,I hope you're doing well.Thank you for your response. However, I am writing to inform you that we find it unacceptable that a full credit is not being issued for the dates of April 4, 5, and 6. Your team has access to our account history and can perfectly see that the consumption recorded during those days was a clear, anomalous error and not our standard usage pattern.This situation goes completely against the security and customer protection policies that Google claims to uphold. Since Google Cloud does not offer a failsafe or a hard daily spending limit that we can set, unlike other similar services on the market, we were left completely exposed and had almost no way to prevent this incident.Therefore, we request that this ticket be reopened, and we ask for a We look forward to a fair resolution that reflects the reality of this error.Best regards,Pedro PintoPortugalTextile\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you are able to resolve your issue with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI hear your concerns, and I truly wish I could provide a different outcome regarding the adjustment amount.\n\nTo be as helpful as possible, I worked closely with our specialized billing team to see if we could extend the credit further. After a thorough review of the account activity and the resources utilized, the adjustment already issued represents the maximum possible amount we can provide.\n\nThis decision was made carefully, taking into account the shared responsibility of managing API implementation while balancing our goal to support your experience. While I understand this may not be the full amount you were hoping for, this credit was intended to significantly reduce the impact on your account.\n\nTo ensure your services remain active and uninterrupted, the remaining balance will need to be settled. I?m here to help you review your usage limits right now to make sure your costs stay strictly within your intended budget from this point forward.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello ABSOLUTARGET, LDA,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHello Merilyn,Thank you for your response. However, we cannot accept the partial credit of 847.42 EUR.Your team has full access to our account history and can clearly see that the massive consumption recorded on April 4, 5, and 6 was a definitive, anomalous error and entirely completely outside of our normal usage pattern.Furthermore, because Google Cloud does not offer a hard daily spending limit or a failsafe mechanism, features that are standard in other similar services on the market, we had no way to prevent or stop this incident. It goes against basic customer protection policies to hold us accountable for an anomaly we could not restrict.We are currently evaluating our infrastructure providers. Please understand that receiving a a full credit for the amount erroneously billed on April 4, 5, and 6 is an absolute requirement for us to continue our business relationship with Google Cloud.We request that you reopen this ticket and escalate this matter if necessary. We need the full amount refunded in order to keep working with your services.We look forward to a fair and prompt resolution.Best regards,Pedro Pinto\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI completely hear your perspective, and I want to ensure we have explored every possible avenue to support you.\n\nBecause this is important to your experience with us, I am raising a formal appeal for a further internal review. I am personally advocating for another look at the adjustment, and my hope is to secure the maximum possible flexibility for you to help bridge the gap on this balance.\n\nPlease keep in mind that this appeal represents the final stage of our review process. Once the team provides a decision, it will be the definitive outcome and cannot be overturned.\n\nI will monitor this closely and get back to you with the final update the moment I have news. Thank you for your patience as I work to get the best possible resolution for you.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nWe sincerely apologize for the delay in resolving your billing inquiry. While we are working closely with our internal team, it is taking a bit longer than expected to get the necessary answers.\n\nWe now expect to have a full update for you within the next 3?5 business days. We truly appreciate your continued patience as we ensure everything is reviewed accurately. In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any other questions.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for your patience while our specialized team completed their review of your adjustment request. I sincerely apologize for the time it took to reach this resolution; we appreciate you sticking with us throughout the process.\n\nI am pleased to share that an adjustment has been approved. The final breakdown is as follows:\n\nCredit: 677.94 EUR\n\nThese amounts are being processed immediately. While we understand you were anticipating a full adjustment, this figure was determined after a comprehensive evaluation of all account factors.\n\nNext Steps:\nFor your convenience, you can view the full history of this adjustment by following the steps outlined in our official documentation[1].\n\nPlease be advised that your account currently holds a credit balance of ?1,491.53. This amount will be applied toward your upcoming charges before your card on file is billed.\n\nThis case will now be marked as resolved. However, if you have additional questions, you can reopen this ticket within the next 15 days, and I?ll be happy to take another look.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n[1] https:\/\/cloud.google.com\/billing\/docs\/how-to\/view-history?hl=en#view_transaction_history\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (https:\/\/cloud.google.com\/billing\/docs\/how-to\/view-history?hl=en#view_transaction_history). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello ABSOLUTARGET, LDA,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHelloThank you for your answer. Have you (Google) already implemented security measures and alerts to stop or block the service when these errors occur? Or is it possible to set a limit on how much I want to spend?Thank you for your time\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI understand that you would like to know how to stop the unexpected charges. We sincerely apologize for the delay in resolving your billing inquiry while we were working closely with our internal team.\n\nTo prevent any further unauthorized spending, it is critical that you take immediate action to secure your project. Can you confirm that you have taken action to secure your project to stop the continued spending.\n\nIf you have not taken action, please follow the steps below immediately to ensure the unauthorized spending is stopped.\n\n- Identify the Source: Determine if the unauthorized usage stems from a leaked API key or a compromised Service Account key.\n- Secure the Compromised Keys\n- For Leaked API Keys:\n- Rotate the Key: Immediately rotate your API key. This will invalidate the old, leaked key.\n- Add Restrictions: Ensure strong API key restrictions are in place. This limits which APIs and applications can use the key, even if it's leaked again. We recommend setting both application and API restrictions.\n- Review Best Practices: Please review the Best practices for managing API keys to prevent future leaks. Key recommendations include:\n- Do not hardcode API keys in client-side code.\n- Delete any unneeded API keys.\n- Consider more secure alternatives to API keys for production, such as Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies.\n\n- For Compromised Service Account Keys:\n- Disable or Delete: Immediately disable or delete the compromised Service Account key.\n- Rotate Keys: If the service account is still needed, rotate the key by creating a new key and updating your workloads to use it, then delete the old key.\n- Implement Least Privilege: Ensure your service accounts follow the principle of least privilege. Do not grant primitive roles (e.g., Editor, Owner) to service accounts. Grant only the permissions absolutely necessary for the intended function.\n- Secure Service Accounts: Review Best practices for using service accounts securely, including:\n\n- If Gemini API is NOT used: You can completely disable the Gemini API on your project to prevent any further usage.\n\nWith this in mind, I will mark this case resolved, if you need clarification about the information provided, the case can be reopened within the next 15 days and I?ll be glad to help. Have a great day.\n\nRegards,\n\n\nMerilyn\n\nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\n\n[1] https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys#api_key_restrictions\n[2] https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys#rotate\n[3] https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys-best-practices\n[4] https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/iam\/docs\/best-practices-service-accounts\n[5] https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/iam\/docs\/key-rotation\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys#api_key_restrictions, https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys#rotate, https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/docs\/authentication\/api-keys-best-practices, https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/iam\/docs\/best-practices-service-accounts, https:\/\/docs.cloud.google.com\/iam\/docs\/key-rotation). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello ABSOLUTARGET, LDA,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHello!Can I trust in this: see the file: Captura de ecra\u0303 2026-06-02, a\u0300s 14.35.29Best Regards,Jos\u00e9 teixeira\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI appreciate your patience, and I hope you are doing great. I sincerely apologize for the delay in delivering the solution.\n\nPlease note that I am still awaiting an update from the specialized team. As multiple teams are involved in the investigation, the process is taking longer than anticipated.\n\nBecause this requires verifying data across different infrastructures, it cannot be resolved with a quick manual toggle.\n\nRest assured, I?m constantly in touch with our internal teams and would get back to you with an update within 3-5 business days or as soon as I receive an update from our team, whichever is earlier. My goal is to act as your advocate so you don't have to chase down multiple departments yourself.\n\nMeanwhile, if you have any additional questions, please feel free to respond to this email and I will be glad to assist you.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI appreciate your patience, and I hope you are doing great. I sincerely apologize for the delay in delivering the solution.\n\nPlease note that I am still awaiting an update from the specialized team. As multiple teams are involved in the investigation, the process is taking longer than anticipated. Because this requires verifying data across different infrastructures, it cannot be resolved with a quick manual toggle.\n\nRest assured, I?m constantly in touch with our internal teams and would get back to you with an update within 3-5 business days or as soon as I receive an update from our team, whichever is earlier. My goal is to act as your advocate so you don't have to chase down multiple departments yourself.\n\nMeanwhile, if you have any additional questions, please feel free to respond to this email and I will be glad to assist you.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for your patience, and I hope you are having a great week. I apologize for the delay in providing a final resolution.\n\nBecause this issue involves verifying data across multiple infrastructures and teams, it requires a deeper investigation rather than a quick manual fix. I am actively tracking this with our specialized teams so you don't have to navigate different departments yourself.\n\nI will follow up with you as soon as I have an update, or within 3?5 business days at the latest. In the meantime, please feel free to reply directly to this email if you have any questions.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI appreciate your patience, and I hope you are doing great. I sincerely apologize for the delay in delivering the solution.\n\nPlease note that I am still awaiting an update from the specialized team. As multiple teams are involved in the investigation, the process is taking longer than anticipated. Because this requires verifying data across different infrastructures, it cannot be resolved with a quick manual toggle.\n\nRest assured, I?m constantly in touch with our internal teams and would get back to you with an update within 3-5 business days or as soon as I receive an update from our team, whichever is earlier. My goal is to act as your advocate so you don't have to chase down multiple departments yourself.\n\nMeanwhile, if you have any additional questions, please feel free to respond to this email and I will be glad to assist you.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for your patience, and I hope you're having a great week. I sincerely apologize for the delay in resolving this issue.\n\nBecause this investigation spans multiple teams and requires verifying data across different infrastructures, it takes a bit more time than a standard manual fix.\n\nPlease rest assured that I am actively tracking this and coordinating with our internal teams so you don't have to chase down multiple departments. I will follow up with you as soon as I have news, or within 3?5 business days at the latest.\n\nIf you have any additional questions or details to add in the meantime, please reply directly to this email.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your email.\n\nIt seems that this message was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not affiliated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nWe haven't heard back from you in several days about your issue.\n\nJust a friendly reminder that we are still waiting on you to confirm if the solution provided worked for you.\n\nIf we don?t hear back from you within three business days, this case will be closed. However, if the solution we provided did not work, please feel free to follow up, even after the case is closed. Following up will automatically reopen the case.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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            "content": "Hello Pedro,\n\nThank you for your message.\n\nIt appears that this email was sent to me by mistake. I represent Portugal Textile, and I am not associated with Google Cloud Platform support.\n\nI hope you can resolve your concerns with the appropriate team. If you have any questions related to textile or footwear manufacturing, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest wishes.",
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            "content": "Hello ABSOLUTARGET, LDA,\nYour Case #69969844 for Google Cloud Platform  has been updated.\nCase Subject: Hello, We experienced an unexpected spike in usage on the Gemini API due to a technical error (likely a loop\/uncontrolled requests). This re\nCase Comment :\nHello!Can I trust in this: see the file: Captura de ecra\u0303 2026-06-02, a\u0300s 14.35.29Best Regards,Jos\u00e9 teixeira\n\nPlease review your case and take any actions as requested. If you have any questions or require immediate assistance, please reply to this email to contact Google Cloud Support.\nThanks for choosing Google Cloud Platform.\n\u2014The Google Team\n[ref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref]\n\u00a9 2026 Google Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043",
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            "content": "Thank you for reaching out. However, this email is strictly for processing new manufacturing requests. We are unable to assist with your inquiry. Best regards.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for your patience, I hope you are doing well.\n\nWe haven't heard back from you in several days about your issue, so I trust the problem is no longer an issue for you.\n\nI will go ahead and mark this case as closed, but if you have any further questions or comments regarding this, please feel free to follow up within 15 days to automatically reopen the case.\n\nRegards,\n\nMerilyn \nGoogle Cloud Platform Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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        {
            "content": "Thank you for reaching out. However, this email is strictly for processing new manufacturing requests. We are unable to assist with your inquiry. Best regards.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for contacting Google Cloud Billing Support. I am Asad Ali and I will be helping you with your query.\n\nWe have successfully completed our review of the unexpected Gemini API charges on your billing account 013CB4-542AF2-CA88A6. We have approved and processed a total adjustment of 1,525.36 EUR which consists of an initial adjustment of 847.42 EUR followed by an additional adjustment of 677.94 EUR.\n\nFor your next steps, we have outlined instructions below on how to view your adjustments, request a refund of your credit balance, and implement recommended safety measures to prevent any future unexpected usage.\n\nHow to View Your Adjustments\nTo view the credit adjustments applied to your billing account:\n\nSign in to the Google Cloud console.\nOpen the console Navigation menu and select Billing.\nSelect the billing account 013CB4-542AF2-CA88A6.\nIn the Billing navigation menu, select Transactions.\nThere you will see the adjustments and credit memos applied to your account.\n\nHow to Request a Refund\nIf you would like to have this credit refunded to your original payment method:\n\nIn the Google Cloud console, go to the Payment overview page (Menu > Billing > Payment overview).\nLocate the \"Your balance\" section, where a Request a refund button will be displayed once the adjustment is fully reflected.\nClick the Request a refund button and confirm your preferred payment method. Note: Once requested, refund processing can take up to 14 business days, depending on your bank's policies. If you prefer, you can also keep the credit balance in your account to automatically cover future usage.\n\nRecommended Safety Measures to Prevent Recurrence\n\nTo avoid similar charges from unexpected usage loops or uncontrolled requests in the future, we highly recommend setting up the following controls:\n\nSet Up Budgets and Alerts: Navigate to Billing > Budgets & alerts in the console to create a budget and receive email notifications when spending approaches a set limit.\n\nConfigure API Quotas: Navigate to APIs & Services > Dashboard, select Gemini API, and use the Quotas tab to set strict daily or per-minute request limits to block runaway loops.\n\nRestrict API Keys: Navigate to APIs & Services > Credentials to ensure your API keys are restricted, limiting their authorization to only specific services and preventing unauthorized external access.\n\nSince this matter is now resolved, I will be closing this case. If you need assistance with a new issue in the future, please feel free to open a new support ticket and we will be happy to help.\n\nThank you for choosing Google Cloud.\n\nRegards,\n\nAsad Ali \nGoogle Cloud Billing Support\n\n\nYou can also view and comment on your case by logging into our support  portal\n\n? 2026 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043\n\nref:_00Df423Flu._500KfsANN5:ref",
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        {
            "content": "Thank you for reaching out. However, this email is strictly for processing new manufacturing requests. We are unable to assist with your inquiry. Best regards.",
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