Well this is quite interesting and informative indeed.
What is consensus critical is the amount of STEEM/STEEMPOWER and SBD that you have. This needs to be known at all times. (You don't want people to transfer STEEM they don't have for instance).
These updates show that the better time for the Blockchain is just kocing at the door and there is no need to get worried about the low prices of the Steem and SBD.
Thanks @exyle :)