Silicon Valley Culture - The primary motivation for many in Silicon Valley is status, focusing on fundraising rather than building meaningful products [1] - Companies often prioritize raising capital, such as $10 million, for public image rather than solving real problems [2][5] - Some individuals, even those with stable incomes, seek funding without a clear problem to solve, driven by boredom and a desire for something new [2][3] - The pursuit of funding can lead to superficial efforts, such as building MVPs solely to meet YC application requirements [4] - Companies may constantly pivot ideas to attract venture capital (VC) interest [4] - Networking and attending VC events are prioritized to secure funding [5]