I think that is rather cynical. I think that UBI is an attempt by some to solve a problem that society has had a very hard time dealing with. How do you make sure everyone's needs are provided for while also keeping them incentivized to be productive members of society so that there are enough people creating real value in the world to keep it all in motion. The struggle of poverty is real, I've lived it and seen it first hand. The solutions are certainly more complex than UBI (as if that would be simple). This discussion is paved with good intentions, even if you disagree with what the outcomes will be.