A programmer using the pseudonym “Hu Lezhi” has donated Ether (ETH) worth approximately $2 million to WikiLeaks. The chain message that accompanied this substantial donation makes shocking claims about the use of brain-computer chips by military forces, particularly in China, to control the population. The funds, transferred between February 10 and February 17, 2025, totaled 711.5 Ether, with the largest single transfer occurring on February 17—591.6 ETH (around $1.6 million).
Allegations of Military Use of Brain-Computer Chips
Lezhi’s message to WikiLeaks accuses various military powers, including China, of deploying brain-computer chips on a large scale to control their citizens. According to Lezhi, these chips are integrated with base stations and radios, allowing governments to manipulate people at will. Lezhi claims that they have been a victim of these technologies since birth, stating that their dignity has been stripped away, leaving them feeling helpless and despondent. In the on-chain message, Lezhi wrote:
“I have lost my dignity as a human being. I feel compelled to leave this world, hoping this world will soon end.”
This stark message sheds light on Lezhi’s despair, alongside the allegations of human rights abuses through technological means.
Allegations Against Business Executives
The programmer also named two executives from Kuande Investment (commonly known as WizardQuant)—Feng Xin and Xu Yuzhi—alleging that they have been using similar brain-computer technologies to control their employees. As of now, there has been no response from WizardQuant, which has been in operation since 2014 with offices in Beijing and Shanghai. The company is involved in quantitative research and trading strategies for the stock, futures, and options markets.
Lezhi’s Warning to WikiLeaks
This isn’t the first time Lezhi has contacted WikiLeaks. On February 10, 2025, Lezhi sent an initial message, warning them about a new form of digital crime. In their message, Lezhi describes a crime where the victim becomes deprived of their senses and ultimately becomes a “digital slave” to technology. In total, Lezhi transferred 2,047 Ether, or roughly $5.6 million, across multiple addresses. The bulk of these funds were sent to WikiLeaks, but a portion was also directed to Ethereum’s burn address.
Additionally, Lezhi sent 700 ETH to a wallet identified as “ndao.eth” and another 33 ETH to an unknown address associated with a “Grant Provider.” The motives behind these particular transfers remain unclear but may be linked to Lezhi’s personal or activist causes.
No More Transfers from Lezhi’s Wallet
Since the last transfer on February 17, there have been no further transactions from Lezhi’s Ethereum address, “0x1a19.” This could indicate that the programmer has stopped making donations, or they may be planning further actions in the future. As of now, the Ethereum address remains under scrutiny, but no new funds have been moved.
About WizardQuant and Its Executives
Founded in 2014, WizardQuant has built a reputation as a leader in quantitative trading, leveraging complex algorithms to make strategic investments across a variety of financial markets. Xin and Yuzhi are key players in the company, with Xin serving as the Chief Risk Officer and Yuzhi as the Chief Investment Officer. LinkedIn data shows the company employs between 51 and 200 individuals.
Final Thoughts on Lezhi’s Allegations
The accusations raised by Lezhi are alarming, particularly with their claim of widespread misuse of brain-computer technologies. Whether the donations are a form of protest or a means to draw attention to these claims is unclear, but the use of cryptocurrency as a tool for activism is becoming more common. Lezhi’s actions, paired with their radical accusations, add a new dimension to the ongoing debate around privacy, technology, and government surveillance.
As the story develops, further scrutiny is expected both in the crypto community and among privacy advocates.
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