They already know, and do not care. Their plan is quite literally to retreat into bunkers with shock collars enforcing the loyalty of their guards.

The richest of the rich have purchased islands where they can hole up.

Stripped of their infinite freedom out here to hide in a bunker? No chance

The bunkers are in case of nuclear war or serious pandemics. Absolutely worst case last resort scenario, not just "oh I don't care if I end up there"