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Ex-pyramid scheme boss runs 'discipline' academy for kids in China

A former pyramid scheme leader in China has rebranded himself as a traditional Chinese culture guru, charging parents up to $18,000 for his services. The Rushi Academy, run by Ru Ping, allegedly uses corporal punishment and strict discipline to 'educate' minors. One student, Lin, recorded a viral video pleading for help, detailing the academy's methods including confiscation of phones, meditation, scripture reading, and physical punishment for minor infractions. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fran Lu ·

    Ex-Chinese pyramid scheme boss rebrands as culture guru, charges US$18,000 to ‘discipline’ kids

    A pyramid scheme mastermind has been uncovered, having transformed himself into a traditional Chinese culture guru who “educates” students through corporal punishment. In July, a pre-recorded video by a 16-year-old Chinese girl named Lin went viral among her friends. In the video…