Are there any risks if you bet on your own?
They say it’ll take more time to get connected because of constant safety assessment. Also, a validator can easily be hacked.
A decentralized system is much better. The data isn’t stored in one place as it is in case of centralized systems. It’s a different level of safety. No one can control all the system, intercept file transfers or disrupt a validator.
If they get control over an entire system, the currency is lost.