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Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Alegeus Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation (claimdepot.com) — Alegeus, a benefits technology company headquartered in Waltham, is under legal scrutiny after a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers. The breach, reported to Massachusetts authorities, may affect local residents whose accounts run through Alegeus, and they're being offered credit monitoring while class‑action lawyers explore possible compensation claims.
• After attempted intervention by Sen. Markey, Gedion Masunsu is deported to Uganda (walthamtimes.org) — A Waltham resident, Gedion Masunsu, has been deported to Uganda after 19 months in ICE detention, despite earlier asylum protections and an attempted inquiry from Sen. Markey's office. His case involved dismissed assault charges in Waltham that may have hurt his immigration appeals, and he's now stranded in Kampala relying on support from the Boston Ugandan community while deciding his next steps.
• Dyne Therapeutics Director Brian S. Posner Acquires 2,500 Shares at $16 Each (kalkinemedia.com subscription) — A Dyne Therapeutics director tied to a Trapelo Road address in Waltham has bought 2,500 additional company shares, bringing his holdings to 27,000. The open‑market purchase at $16 per share signals insider confidence that may interest residents who work at or invest in this local biotech firm.
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