[jacquesm]

Slight problem though: a slap on the wrist is still a criminal record, and if you're unlucky your 'slap on the wrist' may end up being a much harsher sentence and if you piss off the wrong person other kinds of retribution.

Large TechCos can - for now - not be jailed but you can and you will, see TFA.

Less blatantly evil doesn't mean you're going to walk away free, besides, you'll be a blackmail target for life.

Oh, and it is quite possible to both be successful and to have a working conscience.