Do some famous people have as much power as governments have?

I'd say some influencers and celebrities do have significant power, but it's a different kind than governments. The main reason is their ability to shape public opinion quickly through social media - like when Chinese tech CEOs make announcements that affect stock prices overnight. Take Elon Musk, who I mentioned earlier - his tweets about cryptocurrencies can literally move markets globally. That said, this influence is more about trends and consumer behavior, while governments still control laws and infrastructure. In Shanghai, I've noticed how celebrity endorsements can make certain apps go viral, but it's the government regulations that ultimately decide which platforms stay operational. Their power spheres overlap but aren't equal.