satanoid via Flickr (adapted)Google just laid out a timeline to get rid of Adobe Flash from its display advertising services. From January 2, 2017 ads in the Flash format will not run on across Google Display Network and DoubleClick. Flash will be phased out as early as June 30, 2016, from which time it will not be possible to upload display ads built in the format. Adobe Flash is a piece of software used to create audio and video animations, games, and applications.