Some services that require an active node have been restored (particularly the jswallet, client-side javascript wallet):
https://cryptap.us/ricHopefully this can help folks who don't have a node get their RIC off-exchange. However, I can make no promises on the global RIC network. It would be a good idea to spin up a node if you want your RIC.
This is a great service and thanks for restoring it. It makes people's life much easier with a online wallet; payment with a cellphone becomes possible now. I(or the community) will donate if you need funds to keep it running.