Ripple's Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, has raised concerns about security risks in decentralized finance (DeFi) as the company expands its dollar-pegged stablecoin, RLUSD. Schwartz emphasized the importance of robust security measures, warning against the temptation to prioritize speed and convenience over safety. He noted that while many DeFi protocols are well-designed, some projects disable critical security features, increasing vulnerability to attacks. Schwartz's comments come in the wake of the KelpDAO hack, which resulted in a $292 million loss and highlighted the risks associated with DeFi bridges. As Ripple integrates RLUSD into DeFi platforms, Schwartz advocates for a cautious approach, prioritizing security to prevent similar incidents. The recent launch of wrapped XRP (wXRP) on Solana also underscores the need for stringent security protocols as Ripple expands its cross-chain applications.