> Seems simplistic to draw that conclusion. Simplistic? Maybe, but it is also realistic. > Especially if you assume they are as hyper focused on profit above

> Seems simplistic to draw that conclusion. Simplistic? Maybe, but it is also realistic. > Especially if you assume they are as hyper focused on profit above all else. Google is not "they", as in a group of people. Google has been a public company for 18 years, since 2004. The main purpose of a public company has always been to maximize shareholder value by generating as much profit as possible. Google is no different in that regard.