Here is a good example of some security in the financial business. Perhaps many of you already have a Dwolla account.
http://www.dwolla.org/help/dwolla-security-and-partner-overview/I have suggested they need to be in compliance with PCI-DSS and certified as such by an independent 3rd party.
Any good bitcoin exchange should include similar if not better security features and insurance as those in place for Dwolla, your own online bank or any other big reputable and serious financial institution. The time is now to graduate to the big leagues.