Oswin Vex

Born to British diplomats in Hong Kong, Oswin discovered wing chun at age 8 and never looked back. After a brief career in quantitative trading, he left the financial world to pursue his true passion: documenting the scientific basis behind traditional martial arts practices. With a background in data science and a certification in functional medicine, Oswin brings analytical rigor to Rude Vulture's wildest theories. He is notorious for self-experimenting with nootropics before sparring sessions and publishing the results.

China’s largest Comicon bans anime manga and cosplayers portraying non-Chinese intellectual properties

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China’s largest comic convention has announced a sweeping policy change that will dramatically reshape its upcoming event, requiring all content to focus exclusively on domestic properties. COMICUP, the nation’s premier doujinshi and fan-creation marketplace, revealed on December 19 that its December 27-28 convention will operate under a “New Chinese Style-only” format. The announcement means Japanese … Read more

David Choe: Nike Wouldn’t Pay Until I Threatened to Set Their Cars On Fire

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Artist David Choe has never followed conventional paths, and his approach to getting paid by major corporations is no exception. During a recent conversation on the Huberman Lab podcast, Choe shared a striking anecdote about working with Nike that highlights the challenges creative professionals often face when dealing with large companies. According to Choe, after … Read more

Men are a lot less disgusted by women who use tech to find companionship and intimacy than women

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A surprising double standard has emerged in the digital age, but it may not be the one you expect. According to new research, men who turn to technology for plasure and companionship face significantly harsher judgment than women doing the same thing. The study surveyed 371 participants to explore reactions to people using various forms … Read more

Youtuber exposes Honey plugin for incredibly deceptive business practices targeting kids and small businesses

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PayPal’s Honey browser extension is facing legal challenges after investigative journalist MegaLag uncovered deceptive practices that allegedly harmed consumers, content creators, and small businesses. The reporting has led to more than 20 class action lawsuits and pushed Google to revise its browser extension policies. The investigation began when MegaLag noticed inconsistencies in how Honey operated … Read more

Elon Musk Makes the Case That NGOs Incentivize Homelessness

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The tech billionaire has turned his attention to a controversial claim, that organizations receiving taxpayer money to combat homelessness may actually have a financial stake in the problem continuing. Speaking on the Joe Rogan Experience, Elon Musk outlined what he sees as a fundamental flaw in how government addresses social challenges through nonprofit organizations. His … Read more

AI-generated gospel singer tops Christian chart

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An AI-generated soul singer operating under the name Solomon Ray has surged to the top of Christian music charts, triggering a growing national argument over authenticity, faith, race, and what qualifies as art in the age of artificial intelligence. Solomon Ray’s rapid ascent is notable not only because the artist does not physically exist, but … Read more

Controversial influencer Gypsy Crusader KICKED Out of His Gym

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In a recent segment on Jake Shields’ podcast, controversial internet personality Gypsy Crusader detailed the moment he lost access to his training facility following coordinated pressure from activist groups. The incident marked another chapter in a series of events that dramatically altered the course of his life. The influencer, who previously trained as a fighter … Read more

Even VCs agree: Trump overpromised and underdelivering in year one is not the golden age for the bottom half of Americans

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The economic numbers are in, and despite celebrations from the administration, Americans aren’t feeling the promised relief. While venture capitalists and tech leaders debate AI policy and celebrate stock market gains, a stark disconnect has emerged between their optimism and the reality facing everyday citizens. During the latest All-In Podcast, host Jason Calacanis pressed the … Read more

A Black Cat Is Now the Most Powerful Figure in Lithuanian Politics

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In what may be one of the most unusual political maneuvers in European history, a black cat named Nuodėgulis has become the unlikely guardian of Lithuania’s public broadcasting independence. According to sources, the feline, whose name translates to “charred coal” in English, now holds veto power over the potential dismissal of Monika Garbačiauskaitė-Budrienė, the director-general … Read more

Coffeezilla calls out Kalshi for advertising Sports Gambling while claiming they’re not a betting company

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Popular investigative YouTuber Coffeezilla has launched a critique of prediction market platform Kalshi, accusing the company of marketing sports wagering while simultaneously maintaining they operate a federally regulated exchange rather than a traditional sportsbook. He talked about it in a recent YouTube video. The controversy centers on Kalshi’s recent introduction of “combos,” a feature that … Read more