I buy that but it still leaves many questions. The goal is ultimately arbitrary, is it not? Why not seek fame instead? Philanthropy? World records? Knowledge?

I buy that but it still leaves many questions. The goal is ultimately arbitrary, is it not? Why not seek fame instead? Philanthropy? World records? Knowledge? Innovation? Adventure? Or many other things? Money makes all these things easier to achieve. These are less hated by the public. Using capital to seek these pursuits does not risk them losing their heads as the populous revolts. Power can still be had through many of these pursuits. To do the things they claim their companies do... I don't think you're wrong, but it is far from a complete answer and that's why I ask