According to Odaily, Bankless founder David Hoffman recently expressed on the X platform that independent stakers are the ultimate defense for network security. Hoffman emphasized that the self-sovereignty of the network is closely tied to its commitment to independent stakers. He noted that neglecting independent stakers during 'good times'—when market conditions are favorable and the number of independent stakers is high—is a luxury. However, during 'bad times'—when market conditions worsen and the number of independent stakers decreases—this neglect can have serious consequences for the security of the network.