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Depends on a) what keys you have, b) who even gets to make mutations and c) if the system has provisions for "edit" transactions (which don't change history but say – to put it very simplistically – that eg. "previous transaction x is invalid"). Also it's unclear why you think this is different from a database password being stolen.
I wasn't saying to throw away existing systems or that banks aren't running secure databases. Jesus christ you seem more intent in just being indignant about me daring to have a differing view about something than actually reading what I said.
You also clearly don't understand what Proof of Authority means and didn't bother to read my explanation, since PoW / PoS are completely different consensus mechanisms and the problems with them don't apply to PoA systems.
Remind me which Oracle or Microsoft database solution gives you signed state mutations, a guaranteed immutable and tamper proof history.
Honestly your whole argument relies on you not bothering to read what I wrote and then answering with sarcastic comments based on what you assumed was said. I know you don't agree with me, but try not to act like a twat just because you don't.