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Hey Ryan,
Any update on this? thanks
We are reaching out to those clients who contacted us directly when this problem started to make sure it’s fixed up before updating everyone and setting loose a torrent of posts.
Word is that it’s fixed but we like to make double-sure before notifying everyone.