“King Squitch” is the official account name on Bilibili of the UP creator “Lao A,” who proposed the “U.S. Kill Threshold” theory. The following is a comprehensive overview of this identity and its related events.

📝 Quick Overview of “King Squitch” Identity

Online Nickname: Lao A ( Derived from the initials of the English name Alex and a joke about “always in jail” )
Real Name: Alex ( English name )
Official Account: King Squitch ( Platforms like Bilibili )
Self-Claimed Background: Former biomedical international student at the University of Seattle,兼职 forensic assistant.
Core Theory: “U.S. Kill Threshold.” Refers to in the U.S., when personal assets are below approximately $140,000, the ability to withstand risks is extremely low, and a single unemployment or serious illness can lead to systemic poverty and difficulty in recovery.

📖 Timeline of Key Events

To give you a clear understanding of the sequence of events, here is a summary of the key points:

1. Rise to Fame

· Time: Late 2025 to January 2026
· Cause: Sharing experiences as a兼职 forensic assistant during live streams (such as real cases like engineers committing suicide due to unpaid medical bills), and proposing the “U.S. Kill Threshold” theory.
· Spread: Clips related to this went viral on platforms like Bilibili, garnering huge views, and the concept quickly gained widespread attention.

2. International Attention and Controversy

· Time: January 2026
· Media Coverage: The theory attracted reports from Western mainstream media such as The New York Times and The Economist, but some media characterized it as “public opinion warfare.”
· Personal Experience: Chinese-American journalist Yuan Li exposed his real name, address, school, and other personal information in her report, leading to him being subjected to doxxing, online harassment, and even offline safety threats.

3. Urgent Return to China

· Time: Mid-January 2026
· Process: Feeling threatened physically, he sought help at the Chinese Embassy in the U.S., and with embassy coordination, he quickly transferred through Canada and safely returned to China.

4. Post-Return Developments

· Time: Mid to late January 2026 to present
· Current Status: He has reported his safety in China and stated that he will handle personal affairs before resuming content creation. Since returning, the discussion around him remains active, extending to broader social comparisons.

🤔 Controversies and Doubts

It should be noted that there are differing opinions online regarding the authenticity of the content associated with “King Squitch.” Some believe that his identity as a student and forensic assistant lacks official public records, and some details of his stories may be dramatized or fictional. Currently, both Chinese and U.S. official agencies have not issued formal responses or verified the cases he mentioned.

Overall, “King Squitch” has become a complex internet cultural phenomenon, with discussions far beyond individual matters. If you are interested in his other specific viewpoints, the style of his videos on Bilibili, or the details of the online controversies surrounding him, I can provide more specific information.